[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 104 (Thursday, June 20, 2019)]
[House]
[Pages H4997-H4998]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RAISING AWARENESS FOR PTSD

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, during the month of 
June, we raise awareness for those suffering with post-traumatic stress 
disorder.

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  After trauma or a life-threatening event, it is common to have 
reactions such as upsetting memories, increased jumpiness, or trouble 
sleeping.
  PTSD was not always properly understood by the medical professional 
and society, but today there are great organizations and resources that 
can help both individuals and professionals discover ways to identify 
and manage PTSD symptoms and explore effective treatments.
  PTSD is especially prevalent for those who have served in the 
military, affecting nearly 30 percent of Vietnam veterans and up to 20 
percent of veterans who served during the global war on terror. A 
nonservicemember may be exposed to a single traumatic event that can 
also cause PTSD.
  Madam Speaker, as a former rehabilitation therapist, I have seen the 
incredible strides that people with injuries can make with access to 
appropriate rehabilitation. I applaud all the organizations that raise 
awareness about this important issue during the month of June. There is 
help and support for those who have PTSD.

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