Cover of Once a Warrior--Always a Warrior: Navigating the Transition from Combat to Home--Including Combat Stress, PTSD, and mTBI

Once a Warrior--Always a Warrior: Navigating the Transition from Combat to Home--Including Combat Stress, PTSD, and mTBI

The essential handbook for anyone who has ever returned from a war zone, and their spouse, partner, or family members.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 328 pages

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