Airman's Roll Call: Stay informed about PTSD

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This week's Airman's Roll Call focuses on post traumatic stress disorder and its affects on Airmen.

The war on terrorism has significantly expanded the opportunity for Airmen to be exposed to a serious traumatic event. 

Even though battlefield trauma is most often associated with causing PTSD, it's important to remember that other events such as involvement in a car accident, violent assault or natural disaster can trigger or intensify PTSD

For more information about PTSD, read this week's Airman's Roll Call.

Airman's Roll Call is designed for supervisors at all levels to help keep Airmen informed on current issues, clear up confusion, dispel rumors and provide additional face-to-face communication.

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