FSU PSYC422 2021 February Discussion 4 Latest

PSYC422 Abnormal Psychology

Discussion 4

The Cost of Combat (Read Chapter 6)

Assignment title: The Cost of Combat

Learning objective(s):  Consider the impact of military service on the mental health of service members.  Consider also the ways in which the military has or is preventing/impeding service members from obtaining treatment for mental health concerns.  Also, outline any programs of which you are aware that have been successful in addressing the mental health needs of service members.  Feel free to generate your own ideas about how our military and Veterans Health Administration can better address the needs of service members.

Submission details:  Please complete these questions in the discussion board below and respond, in-depth (per the criteria outlined in the course welcome letter) to at least ONE classmate.

Scoring criteria/rubric:  A rubric is attached to the discussion board.  The assignment is worth 10 points.

Restrictions: You must complete this assignment INDIVIDUALLY.  You are not to work in pairs or groups.

Length: Your answers to each question should be thorough yet concise.  There is no length requirement, but all aspects of each question must be addressed completely.

Resources: Please refer to chapter 6 when answering these questions.  Be sure to integrate concepts from the readings as well as any outside sources that are relevant.  If you use outside sources, please cite the sources and provide and APA style reference.

Many military service members return from war with anxiety disorders, depression, traumatic brain injuries, and/or PTSD.  After watching this documentary, please provide your general reactions as well as suggestions for how we might improve treatment for combat veterans. Please note: this documentary contains graphic stories of combat trauma - if you feel this will trigger memories of your own combat trauma or the trauma of a loved one, it is okay to skip viewing it and write based on your own experiences. Also, despite the fact that this documentary is somewhat dated, please be aware that military service will always present unique challenges to service members with regard to mental health.  Though improvements have been made in recent years, untreated and/or undertreated mental health issues remain a significant issue among active duty military members as well as veterans.

Link: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/film/showsheart/