From a new link between dementia and PTSD to a claim that PTSD is “just an excuse” by one of Britian’s best-known soldiers, it has been a very interesting news-week for PTSD.

Here are our top 5 picks:

1. PTSD Hits National Guard Soldiers Harder: Study – New study finds National Guard soldiers have higher rates of PTSD than other military branches.

2. Many Young War Vets Struggle With PTSD and Alchohol Abuse – Story of Rosadalia Trevino: the mother of a son who struggles with PTSD and alchohol abuse.

3. PTSD Linked to a Near Doubling of Dementia Risk in Veterans – Report shows that PTSD may increase the risk of developing dementia.

4. PTSD Predictor in Peril – An overview of the governments challenges and efforts in the face of PTSD.

5. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims Are Just an Excuse to Quit the Army, Says Best-selling SAS Author Andy McNab – “It is in effect the new ‘back problem’, an injury that is very difficult to diagnose.”

Until next time!