The effect of Posttraumatic stress disorder on women veterans

This project proposed a Cognitive Behavioral- based group counseling intervention for female veterans with a diagnosis of Posttraumatic stress disorder. The literature has indicated that female veterans are under diagnosed and overlooked when looking at rates of posttraumatic stress disorder. Research indicates that providing proper social and emotional support for veterans is imperative when helping veterans reintegrate into society. The proposed program will be offered in a small group format, which will help participants learn to change maladaptive thought patterns as they address personal traumatic experiences. The safe, intimate context of the program will allow for a sense of connectedness and cohesiveness as they learn new coping skills to reduce and overcome suffering.