Nicholas’s Story

Posttraumatic stress disorder has been a big part of my life ever since my first tour in Iraq when I lost my best friend in my arms.  Not only is a member of the patrol, but I was also his combat medic, the one who was to take care of them and bring...

Benjamin’s Story

Dear RJT Criminal Defense Partners and readers alike, First and foremost, thank you for taking the time to review the admissions made by our service men and women, and myself for the scholarship award that has been generously offered to those who...

Betty’s Story

I was capable of doing my job in the army as a medical assistant until I was sexually assaulted by an officer on a date. I brought it to the attention of my company commander who handled the matter. I was asked if I wanted counseling but I declined....

Mark’s Story; PTSD and Me

Waking up in the morning used to be one of the greatest feelings in the world. A bright sunny day ahead of you, interesting people to meet and greet. All of that had to change at some point right? The perfect world answer is no, but in this this war...

Richard E’s Story

Ever since I have been out of the Army, I have dealing with my PTSD in my own way. The sub-contractors that the VA send me to, tell me that I do have a severe PTSD but like the others that you hear about with veterans losing control and bottling up t...