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Healing & Life Skills

Trauma Resource Institute	“iChill app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod and iChill app for Android. Have you ever been so amped up you lost control? Or have you ever felt like all your energy has drained away and you just want to hide out? Or been like some people who swing back and forth between extremes? These can be signs of stress or trauma and they take a toll on relationships with family and friends, at work and school, and just plain can make life miserable. The iChill app provides information on what happens in the nervous system when you are stressed or frightened. And iChill provides skills that can help you rebuild your natural resiliency. Practicing the skills may help you sleep better and live better. Written by Laurie Leitch and Elaine Miller-Karas with Trauma Resource Institute.”
Military Sexual Trauma [Paperback]	Military Sexual Trauma provides an introspective and eye-opening look into a world that few survive unscarred. The book focuses both on the victims and the culture of the military community that is the environment in which the victims live.
12 Guidelines to use when seeking counseling	Twelve Guidelines to use when seeking counseling for MST. Advice on: phoning for your first appointment, the first session, subsequent sessions, group therapy, and other healing resources.
Military Sexual Trauma Pocket Guide	“A pocket guide on MST with with chapters on: (1) DoD SAPR Program (2) Reporting Options (3) Going to the ER (4) Calling Police (5) Going to Court (civilian + military) (6) Sexual Harassment (7) Common Reactions (9) Male Victims (10)Recovery (understanding the process, active coping, behaviors that don’t/can help, things you can do to feel better) (11) VA MST-Related Services (counseling, benefits) (12) Prevention (reduce your risk of being a victim, help prevent sex assault, reduce your risk of being an offender) (13) Helpful Resources”
Healing from Trauma	“With innovative insight into trauma-related difficulties, Jasmin Lee Cori helps you: Understand trauma and its devastating impacts Identify symptoms of trauma (dissociation, numbing, etc.) and common mental health problems that stem from trauma; Manage traumatic reactions and memories; Create a more balanced life that supports your recovery; Choose appropriate interventions (therapies, self-help groups, medications and alternatives); Recognize how far you’ve come in your healing and what you need to keep growing; Complete with exercises, healing stories, points to remember, and resources, this is a perfect companion for anyone seeking to reclaim their life from the devastating impacts of trauma.”
Growing Beyond Survival	A Self-Help tool kit for Managing Traumatic Stress “Growing Beyond Survival is a self-management workbook, which teaches skills that empower survivors to take control of and de-escalate their most distressing trauma related symptoms.”
About Medications for combat PTSD	“This article is applicable to anyone who seeks to understand the role of medication within the treatment framework of PTSD. Although it specifically addresses the veteran community, we have found the information given to be extremely valuable and well suited for any reader seeking information on this topic.”
Choosing a Therapist	It can be a daunting task to begin looking for a therapist to assist in the journey of recovery from sexual abuse. These guidelines may be helpful in selecting the right person for you.
Help with Flashbacks	Flashbacks are memories of past traumas. They may take the form of pictures, sounds, smells, body sensations, feelings or the lack of them (numbness). Learn more about flashbacks, how to manage them, and how to heal.
Service Member & Veteran Resource Booklets	Pocketbooks for Active Duty and Veterans covering a broad range of themes from “getting health sleep” to “becoming debt free” to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.

Navigating the VA and Military Adjudication Systems

Reporting an Assault	Military Rape Crisis Center recommendations for active duty assault victims. Explains your reporting options.
How to request information from the VA	Links to relevant forms and advice.
To Win a Claim for Military Sexual Trauma	Explains the legal requirements for submitting a successful MST claim guides you step by step on how to obtain the evidence you need.
Military Sexual Trauma Pocket Guide	“A pocket guide on MST with with chapters on: (1) DoD SAPR Program (2) Reporting Options (3) Going to the ER (4) Calling Police (5) Going to Court (civilian + military) (6) Sexual Harassment (7) Common Reactions (9) Male Victims (10)Recovery (understanding the process, active coping, behaviors that don’t/can help, things you can do to feel better) (11) VA MST-Related Services (counseling, benefits) (12) Prevention (reduce your risk of being a victim, help prevent sex assault, reduce your risk of being an offender) (13) Helpful Resources”
National Resource Directory	“The National Resource Directory provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. Visitors can find information on a variety of topics including benefits & compensation, education & training, employment, family & caregiver support, health, homeless assistance, housing, transportation & travel, volunteer opportunities and other services & resources.”
VA Trauma and PTSD Resources	“If you have gone through a traumatic experience or know someone who has, this section is for you. Learn about PTSD and how treatment can help.”
Service Member & Veteran Resource Booklets	Pocketbooks for Active Duty and Veterans covering a broad range of themes from “getting health sleep” to “becoming debt free” to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.

Preparedness & Prevention

How to Help a Military Rape Survivor	“If a friend or fellow soldier/shipmate comes to you after they have been raped or assaulted, you play a vital role in getting them the help they need.”
Military Sexual Trauma Pocket Guide	“A pocket guide on MST with with chapters on: (1) DoD SAPR Program (2) Reporting Options (3) Going to the ER (4) Calling Police (5) Going to Court (civilian + military) (6) Sexual Harassment (7) Common Reactions (9) Male Victims (10)Recovery (understanding the process, active coping, behaviors that don’t/can help, things you can do to feel better) (11) VA MST-Related Services (counseling, benefits) (12) Prevention (reduce your risk of being a victim, help prevent sex assault, reduce your risk of being an offender) (13) Helpful Resources”
National Resource Directory	“The National Resource Directory provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. Visitors can find information on a variety of topics including benefits & compensation, education & training, employment, family & caregiver support, health, homeless assistance, housing, transportation & travel, volunteer opportunities and other services & resources.”