The path to better medicine is paved with accidental yet revolutionary discoveries. In this well-told tale of how science happens, neuroscientist Rebecca Brachman shares news of a serendipitous breakthrough treatment that may prevent...

Emotional abuse can be incredibly damaging, increasing a person's chances of developing depression and anxiety. But these behaviors can be subtle and difficult to spot, both from within and outside a relationship. It also often makes...

So, what do Batman and J.R.R. Tolkien have in common? Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. It used to be called "Shellshock" and it can be really really really destructive. In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank lays out...

9/11/2001… Ground Zero… The Pentagon… Washington DC…What started out as one of the best days of Sarah Rudder’s life, earning a promotion from the Marine Corps, soon took a tragic turn when the ground shook from the...

The Catch a Lift Fund (CAL) inspires veterans to get up and get moving again. CAL was founded in 2010, with the sole purpose of helping post-9/11 combat wounded veterans all over the U.S. recover both physically and...

PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder affects about 8 million American adults. Typically, members of the military who are exposed to war/combat are at the highest risk of developing PTSD. Here are just four of the many...

The dogs of the K9th Circuit Program are the ultimate therapy dogs for kids in courtrooms. In 2014, Orlando, Florida created a community outreach program called Companions for Courage where dogs provide a sense of secruity to...

The Human Hug Project is made up of three people with three different lives, but all face one obstacle- PTSD. Together, they are the Human Hug Project. Ian Michael is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Gino Greganti is a veteran of...

Ricochet is one of the most world famous, award-winning surf dogs who loves the sport, but most importantly SURFS WITH PURPOSE! She surfs solo, with children, adults, pros, celebrities, other dogs! But her most important role is the...

Ricochet is one of the most world famous, award-winning surf dogs who loves the sport, but most importantly SURFS WITH PURPOSE! She surfs solo, with children, adults, pros, celebrities, other dogs! But her most important role is the...

Ricochet is one of the most world famous, award-winning surf dogs who loves the sport, but most importantly SURFS WITH PURPOSE! She surfs solo, with children, adults, pros, celebrities, other dogs! But her most important role is the...

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, can be extremely difficult for anyone who has dealt with a serious trauma; more specifically for veterans. Project Welcome Home Troops began in 2006 when several trauma relief trainers from the...

War Veterans can have a hard time dealing with adjusting to life after war. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects nearly 3 million veterans! Dancing Well: The Soldier Project is dedicated to bringing the healing power of...

Howcast - Learn about acute stress disorder and treatment from psychiatrist Ankur Saraiya in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn about post-traumatic stress disorder and treatment from psychiatrist Ankur Saraiya in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn about the barriers to medical marijuana research in this Howcast video.

** OGTV's second GOOD STORY of the week is about 3 veterans who got together to help their fellow veterans overcome PTSD, and begin healing, through the power of a hug. **



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Veterans can have a hard time dealing with adjusting to life after war. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) affects nearly 3 million veterans across the world. "Dancing Well: The...

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Pupil outcome: I can explore Ian Beck’s presentation of the character of Alfred’s trauma in 'Propping Up The Line'. Key learning points: - Beck is interested in exploring both the physical and psychological effects of World War One on...

Pupil outcome: I can analyse how Owen uses language, form and structure to present the brutal reality of war. Key learning points: - Owen uses graphic imagery to portray the brutal reality of war. - Owen shows the vulnerability of the...

Pupil outcome: I can understand the story of the poem ‘The Manhunt’ and why it was written. Key learning points: - 'The Manhunt' is from a collection of poems, *The Not Dead*, which explores the effect of recent conflict on soldiers. -...

There's even a study using psilocybin (from mushrooms) to help doctors and nurses suffering from burnout! So why the excitement, and what's the downside? We’ll break it down, recap highs and lows from key studies, explain how these drugs...

ERs closing, patients turned away from hospitals, six-month waits for urgent appointments - is this the new normal? Burnout and two years of COVID pressure are driving many nurses to leave the profession, leaving patients in the lurch....