Where do I get help for Post Combat Stress, PTSD or mTBI (Concussion)?
A1. There are many ways to get help for Post Combat Stress, PTSD or mTBI (Concussion). You can seek assistance from your unit Chaplain, your installation Department of Behavioral Health (or Community or Division Mental Health), Social Work Service or go see your Primary Care Manager who can get you connected with the right person to assess and/or treat you. If you have a history of head injury, you should contact your primary care provider to rule out mTBI. Remember, Soldiers can have both Post Combat Stress reactions and mTBI at the same time, but the two diagnoses are different. It is important to provide a clear history of any head trauma you may have experienced when seeking help so that the diagnosis and support you receive is based on the best understanding of your condition. You can also find additional information at www.behavioralhealth.army.mil, www.militaryonesource.com or you can do an anonymous online survey at www.militarymentalhealth.org . For information on mTBI (Concus
