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Some typical and "abnormally" normal behaviors nearly all veterans encounter when they return from a combat zone. What they are, how common they are, and what happens with them over time.
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8/5/2010 by
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Between consumerist culture, sales gimmicks and obligatory cookouts, the original intent of Memorial Day is getting lost in the shuffle. While telling the story of a fallen friend, Shaw shares what Memorial Day means to him.
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5/30/2011 by
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Overspending can be a common post-deployment and/or post-service problem. Citing his own experiences with the issue, Shaw helps explain why it happens and - more importantly - what to do about it.
Shaw gives his thoughts on what Independence Day means to him and many servicemembers.
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7/4/2011 by
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While information about PTSD and TBIs dominate the media, the existence - and effects of - anniversary dates often go undicussed. Shaw shares his own experiences with anniversaries, their sources and symptoms, how he navigates through them, and some suggestions for others to do the same.
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4/25/2011 by
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