Media coverage of post-traumatic stress disorder.

On February 2nd, 2012, Professor Edward Bryan Tick held an exchange of experiences with lecturers from the Faculty of Journalism and Communication, Psychology, and experts from the Institute of Psychology on the topic: Post-war psychological disorder of veterans and their families (PTSD) and the role of media in this issue.Professor Edward Bryan Tick stated that post-war psychological disorders (PTSD) originated in the United States in the 1980s, developed by psychologists, and have become widely known there. PTSD is still a relatively new concept and not widely discussed in Vietnam. The Soldiers' Heart Initiative has conducted research and discussions on PTSD. Professor Edward Bryan Tick outlined several manifestations of PTSD: nightmares, insomnia, sudden outbursts of anger, violent behavior, domestic violence, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and depression and suicide. He also mentioned one effective treatment method for American soldiers returning from the Vietnam War: organizing visits to Vietnam and engaging in charitable activities to help rebuild the country. He expressed his hope that Vietnam and the United States would work together to share and overcome the consequences of war. Previously, on January 30, 2012, Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Van Kim - Vice Rector of the University - along with representatives from the Faculty of Journalism and Communication, met and worked with Professor Dr. Edward Bryan Tick and members of the Soldiers' Heart Initiative. During the meeting, both sides discussed plans for future cooperation in research and communication on PTSD, with the hope of contributing to healing the wounds of war and alleviating the suffering of soldiers.