Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS)Warrior Care
The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) addresses both the invisible and visible wounds of war through research, education and consultation. The invisible wounds of war include the mental health consequences of deployment. These can range from normal distress to the treatable mental disorders of depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Warrior wounds can also involve health risks such as increased use of tobacco, alcohol and/or drugs that can result in violence to self, spouse and/or children.
The visible wounds of war include serious injuries from blasts and combat, which can result in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), burns, amputations and other serious physical wounds.
This page features two important Leadership documents that lay the foundation for evidenced-informed care encompassing the Wounded Warrior as well as his/her family and children who are integral to the recovery process. We also present fact sheets for healthcare providers and military families on post-deployment stress symptoms, and a dedicated warrior care campaign, Resources for Recovery.
Our Warrior Care pubic education poster (link to the left) is in the public domain and may be printed in high resolution or emailed in low resolution. For more information on a variety of topics related to warrior care, military health, and Courage to Care, go to Fact Sheets.
For Leadership
Principles of Caring for Combat Injured Families and Children
For Providers
Post Deployment Health and Distress Reponses: Overview for Practioners
Resources for Recovery: Providers
For Families
Understanding Post Deployment Stress Symptoms: Helping Your Loved Ones
Resources for Recovery: Family
