Reply #13: What a job you have to do! [View All]

[AirmensMom]

My dad had to identify bodies in Vietnam and write letters to their families. Many times, they were his friends. Some of them died right next to him. He was a mess when he came home. :(

I wish I could give you a hug in person. :( I'm so scared for my daughter and son-in-law, and they're not even over there yet. One of the sad things is that therapy is so stigmatized, especially in the military. Many of the troops don't get the help they need, even if it's available. I wonder how many tragedies could be avoided if we, as a society, treated people who have PTSD and other emotional problems with respect instead of ridicule.

I can't make any of it better ... I can just send hugs. DU is a great place for that!

:hug: