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House Co-Sponsorship Memoranda
House of Representatives
Session of 2015 - 2016
Regular Session
MEMORANDUM
| Posted: | May 26, 2015 11:21 AM |
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| From: | Representative Florindo J. Fabrizio |
| To: | All House members |
| Subject: | National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month in Pennsylvania |
| In the near future, I plan to introduce a resolution designating the month of June 2015 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that is often misunderstood and its prevalence is frequently underestimated. PTSD affects nearly 7.7 million Americans and approximately 20 percent of veterans returning from Iraq or Afghanistan. Exposure to combat is a widely recognized origin of PTSD; however, it is not the only cause. It can develop after someone experiences a traumatic or life-threatening event including an assault or a disaster. After such traumas, it is normal to experience upsetting memories of the event, feelings of being on edge or difficulty sleeping. These symptoms can appear months to years after the traumatic event and require treatment when the reactions do not improve or resolve. People with PTSD often suffer alone, even though the impact of the condition is felt throughout their family and community. PTSD is a treatable condition and it is important to be aware of its prevalence, signs and symptoms. The establishment of a National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month in Pennsylvania will raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD, reduce the stigma associated with PTSD, and help ensure that those suffering from this disorder receive proper treatment. Please join me in recognizing June 2015 as “National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month” in Pennsylvania. |
Introduced as HR380