Tag: post traumatic stress disorder
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HEALTH MATTERS 4/22: Helping a Loved One Deal with Trauma
By Aracely Reyes, MSW, LSW At least some level of trauma has touched virtually everyone’s life. Recognizing the signs of trauma and understanding what you can do to help yourself and a loved one deal with the stress is important. Programs available through Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health can help individuals work through trauma…
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Research to focus on horse-human bond for veterans with PTSD
The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University has announced its fundraising initiative kickoff for a research project that will focus on Equine Assisted Activ-ities and Therapies (EAAT) for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which will coincide with June’s Month of the Horse in New Jersey. The research project, to be conducted by the Equine…
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Large-scale research project focuses on horse-human bond for veterans with PTSD; therapy will be conducted at Special Strides in Monroe
The Equine Science Center has announced its fundraising initiative kickoff for a large-scale research project focusing on Equine Assisted Activities & Therapies (EAAT) for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which will coincide with June’s Month of the Horse in New Jersey. The research project, conducted by the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, will…
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Area gyms’ marathon row brings awareness to veteran mental health and suicide
METUCHEN – Area gyms came together to tackle 26.2 miles – 42,195 meters – on a rower machine to stand united in the war against veteran suicide. With a successful event last year, CrossFit Finest served as host to the marathon row for a second time on Dec. 7. This year, other gyms – Iron…
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Rio helps veteran cope with post-traumatic stress disorder
William Rommel once believed suicide was the answer to a problem he faced. He had frequent apparitions of trauma and found it difficult to live a normal life after his military service. “He’s doing it right now,” Rommel said during an interview as his service dog Rio nuzzled his hands, encouraging Rommel to stroke his…
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Man’s best friend rescues veteran living with PTSD
William Rommel of Brick once believed suicide was the answer to a problem he faced. Frequented by apparitions of trauma, Rommel had difficulty living a normal life after military service. “He’s doing it right now,” Rommel said as his service dog Rio nuzzled his hands, encouraging Rommel to stroke his fur. “Since we are talking…
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Area gyms will tackle marathon on rower machine to raise awareness for veteran suicide
METUCHEN – Area gyms will come together to tackle 26.2 miles – 42,195 meters – on a rower machine to stand united in the war against veteran suicide. With a successful event last year, CrossFit Finest will serve as the host to the marathon row for a second time on Dec. 7. This year, other…
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Metro Diner to support charities upon grand opening
New Jersey’s first Metro Diner will open on March 12 at 269 Route 18, East Brunswick. The community is invited to celebrate by reserving a spot during special pre-opening charity events from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or from 4-7:30 p.m. on March 10 and 11. All donations on March 10 will benefit Elks Camp…
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East Brunswick VFW 5K to benefit veterans
East Brunswick VFW Post 133 will sponsor a 5K race on July 15 at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. All proceeds will go to veterans and their families in need, including the Veteran Alliance Group and Unbroken Warriors, to help veterans with post traumatic stress disorder. To donate, call…