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Omaha Nebraska was one of many places around the U.S. that protested the war in Iraq on March 19. The protest included signs on a footbridge overlooking Dodge Street and speakers

There is a difference between a real understanding of history and the right wing "talking-points" version of history. Imagine if "the other side" led us into the war in Iraq. Where might you stand on the issue then?

Newscaster Bob Woodruff suffered a traumatic brain injury from a bomb blast, while on assignment in Iraq. He is back to tell his story, and to speak out for the Iraq War veterans with traumatic brain injury, who are not getting the care they need to recover.

Iraq war veterans suffer from PTSD in record numbers and not enough of them are receiving treatment.

Slowly, very slowly, Thomas Staskal is coming to grips with things he saw and did in Iraq. He is depressed, anxiety-prone and has an acute fear of crowds.

A personal view on the Iraq War inspired by an AC War Hawk!

There hasn't been a peep about the gaming industry in regards to the War in Iraq. But the gaming industry and the United States Army have been working together for the last several years.

Military women in Iraq also suffer Post Traumatic Stress like men, perhaps even more so. Iraq needs better solutions than constant war and killing.

Key points for the last five years since 9-11 and the onset of the war in Iraq. Has anything changed? You decide. This is based on historical facts, with my opinion added. You can agree or disagree, but nothing changes.

Watching the U.S. vs. John Lennon led me to think about how things have changed since the '60's. We saw the war every night on TV. We saw protestors and heard what they had to say. Why does the Iraq War not head the news? Where is the protest coverage?

There's an old saying, "Truth is the daughter of time, not of authority." This book, Iraq War, attempts to provide a fair, balanced account of the events leading up to the Iraq War, the War itself, and its aftermath, up to late 2004. A good introduction.

The Iraq war is a big problem in the America. But I believe we need to listen to the Iraqis and leave their land. We need to seek the face of God and end this war. It is too absurd. America in it's arroagnce need to admit that it's wrong.

No group has suffered more from Bush's "war on terror" than the people of Iraq. Despite worldwide protests, countless Iraqi civilians have been killed, injured, unlawfully detained, and/or tortured in the US-led war on Iraq - a war that clearly violated t

For war veterans, it is important that the healthcare professional treat PTSD when chronic pain is also present.

While we concentrate on honoring the veterans of our most recent wars this Memorial Day, one small Nebraska community has not forgotten the important role Civil War veterans played in its development.

Many Iraq veterans are having trouble adjusting to life at home

America's most decorated soldier of World War Two suffered from what we now call Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Learn the facts of an illness that affects 5 million Americans a year.

"The Last True Story I'll Ever Tell," by John Crawford is a soldier's gritty account of the War in Iraq through a series of short stories. It is a must-read for anyone wanting a better understanding of what American soldiers experience.

Denzel Washington may not be serving in the Iraq War, but he certainly wants to make the movie of a lifetime to show people what the war is like from a soldier's eyes. It may be Washington's way of helping fight the War on Terrorism.

I propose that we push our Congressional leaders to move to suspend NASA completely until the war in Iraq is over.

The September report on how well or how weakly the USA is doing its job in Iraq is a hot topic for the whole country.

Congressman and presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich responded to a new report by the Congressional Budget Office that estimated the war in Iraq could cost the U.S. $1.9 trillion by 2017.

When one thinks of Senator John McCain, one mainly thinks of lost opportunities. But when it comes to the War on Terror John McCain has had the heart and the voice of a lion.

At one time, we were told the war in Iraq was part of the war on terror. Now there supposed to be separate?

PTSD is nothing to ignore, and if you think your loved one might be suffering from it, there are a few ways to tell the difference between posttraumatic stress disorder and other psychological conditions. Read on to learn more.

Research by assistant professor Patricia L. Sullivan, of UGA's School of Public and International Affairs gives the U.S. a 26% chance of victory in Iraq.

Reflections on how Al Qaeda and Iran hoped for US invasion in Iraq, and how the US should reengage in talks with Syria to promote stability to the region.

Despite what the left and most members of the media believe, our actions in Iraq are justified and required to ensure America's security. People may be frustrated with the duration of the war, but we must remember why we are there in the first place.

The proper steps we need to take in order to achieve victory in Iraq.

Hashed over and ignored by the popular media, Sunni Insurgent Groups are turning on al-Qaeda in Iraq, creating an atmosphere of mistrust and disassembling the violent group piece by piece.

We are engaged in what seems like a never-ending struggle in Iraq. There is no definitive exit strategy. The assumption that "killing the enemy" is a means to an end is faulty and will only lead to further aggression and bloodshed.

An Oklahoma community has said goodbye to two of the 4,144 U.S. servicemen killed in the Iraq conflict.

Americans were tricked into supporting the war in Iraq. We are disgusted at this dishonesty.

The future of the war in Iraq is a hot button issue in the mid-term elections, but Associated Content producer Greg Reeson shows a good understanding of the consequences of withdrawing from the war.

The War in Iraq is in the minds of many, and Americans are looking forward to the end of this war; but where will that leave the people of Iraq? Will they take kindly to a new form of Government?

A look at the distracting of the American public away from the War in Iraq and onto the economy and the political campaigns.

The impact the war in Iraq has had on military personnel and their family and friends

It's smart of Sesame Street to keep some of their examinations of dark realities in a separate DVD series. The war in Iraq is one of them with Elmo's dad coming home from Iraq, dealing with war injuries and hence "Sesame" setting a stunning precedent...

The President addressed the Nation and takes action...

Time and experience has given DeWayne Browning a unique insight to the wars in Iraq and Vietnam. He served in both as a helicopter pilot.

What is winnable in Iraq?

It is pointless to spend energy in discussing how this country embarked on the war in Iraq, whether through ineptitude, malice or low testosterone, it is up to the Iraqi people to earn their own freedom.

This piece illustrates the urgency of one American searching for a way out of Iraq. In most cases timetables and war don't mix, but the current U.S. situation in Iraq may be an exception.

As the Democrats take the House, the nation prepares for a push to remove American soldiers from deployed locations in the United Arab Emirates, UAE, such as Iraq. Why does a great majority of the nation want the soldiers home?

A discussion of the war in Iraq. What went wrong and how we can win this war.

Article discusses the role of the internet in the Iraq War

For many returning war vets, there is a risk for developing PTSD-induced tinnitus.

Article dealing with PTSD and it's effects on the veterans of war.

A discussion of the biological connection to PTSD, it importance, and its implications in understanding and treating the disorder.

a letter to Iraq on what type of government should be set up to make all ethnic and nationalities happy

Many have said President Bush was lying when he said Iraq contained weapons of mass destruction, and America had to be made safe from them. A new government report proves he was right all along.

While the President prepares to unveil his new Iraq strategy to the country, we as a nation should take the time to listen to what our military leaders are telling us about the war.

Howard Zinn, the author of "A People's Hisory of the United States", is a passionate opponent of American intervention in foreign countries. A harsh critic of the War in Iraq, Zinn himself is the subject of harsh criticism from the right and from liberals.

Current therapy for PTSD neglects the value of spirituality. Clients and patients need to be given permission to address this area of life appropriately.

The Iraq war is not acceptable. Iraqis support are far from attainable. The bondage we will get into is not breakable , so lets end this war and brings our troops home.

As a result of the Iraq War, many U.S. soldiers are now being diagnosed with Poly-trauma Syndrome.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is often a condition suffered in silence. if you or a family member have PTSD, it's important to find out why and how to get help.

This paper will discuss the diagnostic features of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder also known as PTSD, as well as the possibility of separate diagnosis of Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.

The value of the US Dollar has drastically deflated in recent years. Billions are being spent on the Iraq war and lives are being lost every day and yet the US is determined to "Stay the course" Why? To protect the once ALMIGHTY DOLLAR.

The Iraq War protests were my first. I had started reading about the strife of the Vietnam War years some time earlier but still had a superficial understanding of the role of anti-war protestors.

According to Reporters without Borders, Naji's death, added to the list of reporters killed in the current Iraq war, brings the total to 95.

This article discusses what PTSD is, some of the medical findings behind in and also some ways of dealing with the psychological disorder.

There are many who speak with authority, credibility and conviction about the dereliction and gross mismanagement that has highlighted the Bush administration, especially with regard to the Iraq War, but none so scathingly and pointed as Peter W. Galbraith.

There is an underline direction we are heading in Iraq. As quoted from a family member " I am sick of this, the Generals are making money while we(the soliders) are dying."

The Defense Department announced last week that the Third Infantry Division, headquartered in Fort Stewart, Georgia, will deploy to Iraq three months sooner than originally scheduled.

The report of the Iraq Study Group is the kind of mush that results when a group of people of disparate views and abilities strive to arrive at consensus rather than something akin to common sense.

An overview of PTSD

If a myth is something that obscures the truth, especially in regards to an activity as serious and consequential as war, then it is, indeed, critically important that we attack the myth of war, thereby weakening its hold upon our collective imaginations.

I recently set out to write an article about how the war in Iraq is affecting the families of American servicemen and women. My first step in researching this issue was to contact a dear friend whose nephew would soon ship out to Iraq. After seeing her ne

Controversy still rages, and will continue to rage for time immemorial, on the Iraq War. Too many people read only one viewpoint on the subject, which is not the best way to get a complete picture of what's going on and why.

In 2005, hundreds of thousands of Americans marched in DC to protest the Iraq war. A year later, nothing has changed - except now the number of Americans dead from the Iraq war has exceeded those killed in 9/11. Remember this when you vote on November 7.

The War in Iraq is one of the biggest topics and issues in the world today let alone in the United States. In the United States, many veterans have expressed their disbelief and contempt for the War in Iraq deeming it as immoral, unjustifiable, and illegal.

PTSD, or Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, occurs in some people who have been victims of traumatic events. For a sexually abused woman, PTSD can make having lasting relationships very difficult and complex.

You are a young man in Iraq. Life has been hard. There is war in your country. There are foreign soldiers, mainly American, in your country. People are dying every day. You live in fear; fear for yourself, your family, and your friends.

There are some absolutely amazing hotels in Omaha, Nebraska. I researched and reviewed the top three hotels in this city for potential guests consideration.

These ten tips for veterans is provided as a source of information that may help all veterans, everyday of the year to receive their rightful benefits and appreciation from all of us..

How one night and a robbery left me emotionally scared and forced to live with PTSD.

There are many urban legends about ghosts and uncountable stairs in Hummel Park of Omaha, Nebraska. Some are more factual than others in this beautiful and somewhat secluded area.

Right now as you read this article, there are at least 200,000 veterans who do not have a home to go to. Which according to national statistics makes it one in every three homeless adult males is a veteran.

A short guide to holiday light festivals around Omaha, Nebraska.

Military wives are also combat weary. It is time the military starts looking at PTSD in military wives as well.

A list of the best places in Omaha, Nebraska to get your tattoos and body piercings done.

This article gives detailed information on who, what, when and where for the acclaimed annual outdoor festival, Shakespeare On The Green in Omaha, Nebraska.

Controlled burns occur for many reasons. They include preventing the spread of trees into the prairies or removing dry kindling in case of an uncontrolled burn. Controlled burns include having people who start limited fires and people with water to put out the fire.

If you are going on vacation, or just looking for some place you will never forget. The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Nebraska is the place for you

Thousands of military veterans from all over the United States gathered in Washington, DC, on Saturday. The group, organized by "The Gathering Of Eagles," was protesting the demonstrators who in January vandalized the Capital building grounds.

The New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center is a one of a kind museum, with artifacts that cannot be found elsewhere.

Omaha, Nebraska offers plenty of excellent fine dining. The steakhouses feature corn fed beef and steaks. There are a variety of restaurants offering good food in plush atmospheres. Following is a list of some of the best restaurants in Omaha.

Families seeking a travel destination that offers something for all ages, family friendly attractions, and old-fashioned charm can find what they seek in Omaha, Nebraska. From fifty golf courses to the zoological park, there is something for everyone.

Visitors to Omaha, Nebraska find a number of fine hotels with comfortable lodging.

Omaha is located in Nebraska, a state known for its college football team, and for its cows. However, when you visit Omaha, you will discover that it hardly fits the stereotype...

Creighton University is located in Nebraska, arguably part of the heartland of America. Combined with that heartland feeling is a Jesuit tradition of excellence in education found at Creighton.

Benefits of the VA military home loan program.