Veterans with PTSD struggle to parent, but help is available
For moms and dads, parenting with PTSD may mean adopting a harsh manner devoid of positive emotions, said Suzannah Creech, a researcher on trauma and families with the VA’s Center of Excellence for Research on Returning War Veterans.
Jolynn Lee noticed this new, harsher approach when Jeff first came home from the Iraq War. Jolynn and Jeff had three kids at the time — Jace arrived later in 2007 — and they were all thrilled to see their dad. The family went out to breakfast, where it became clear something was wrong. Parenting after being wounded in combat was a struggle at times for Jeff Lee, but his wife Jolynn helped the entire family navigate it. She even went back to school to become a counselor so she could better understand what he was experiencing.Looking back, Jeff said it was challenging to transition away from life in a war zone, where everyone understood they had to follow exact directions to stay safe.
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