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Acupuncture Helps with PTSD Symptoms

Acupuncture Helps with PTSD Symptoms

While commonly connected to those who have served in the military, post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD, can impact anyone who has suffered from violence or emotional trauma. The National Institute of Mental Health defines PTSD this way, “Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after exposure to a potentially traumatic event that is beyond a typical stressor.” According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs approximately 12 million adults in the U.S. suffer from PTSD during a given year.  continue reading »

Military Veterans Find Relief with Acupuncture

Military Veterans Find Relief with Acupuncture

With the recent events in Afghanistan, many service members and veterans have been affected and/or their traumas triggered.  At Ashley Wren Acupuncture, we are here for our service members, veterans, and their families.  Military veterans often return from service with a host of physical, mental, and emotional challenges related to the aftereffects of their tours of duty.  Rarely does a service member present with just one health issue.  A 2014 study summarized the challenges associated with treating veterans and their often complex medical issues. continue reading »

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