Abstract

This article provides an overview of treatment services for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a major U.S. Army medical center, including lessons learned that can be applied to a variety of military and civilian treatment settings. The processes of postdeployment and subsequent behavioral health screenings are detailed. Treatment options for active duty, National Guard, and reserve military personnel returning from deployment in Afghanistan and Iraq are discussed. Case vignettes on the utilization of treatment options by servicemembers are considered. Recommendations for providers regarding the facilitation of group and individual treatment for PTSD in servicemembers are provided.

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