Neurofeedback is a biofeedback approach in which individuals’ brain activity is measured and conveyed in real-time to teach them volitional control of specific brain activity. This brain activity is presented as a visual and/or auditory signal that the individual attempts to modulate. Neurofeedback modalities, which include electroencephalography and ...

PTSD is associated with neurobiological changes, including individuals having normal to low levels of cortisol (the “stress” hormone) but high levels of corticotropin-releasing factor, which releases norepinephrine. This increased activity in the sympathetic nervous system elevates heart rate, blood pressure, and contributes to the hyperarousal ...

Ehlers’ cognitive therapy is a manualized treatment approach to post-traumatic stress disorder based on a model of cognition posited by Anke Ehlers and David Clark (2000). The treatment allows for up to 12 weekly sessions, including booster sessions, ranging between 60-90 minutes in length. Ehlers’ CT has been adapted to an intensive format wherein ...

Fact sheet for providers with tips for considering which behaviorally-based treatment for chronic insomnia disorder is right for a patient, what to tell patients about treatment options, and provider resources

Learn about how the campaign's tools help veterans manage common challenges experienced in post-military life, such as transitioning to a civilian career, understanding veterans' health benefits and coping with psychological health concerns.

Maximize your sleep with these practical tips to stay mission ready and improve your overall health.

Learn about how the campaign's tools help warriors manage the unique challenges that active-duty service members face.

Discover resources available for you and your service member to stay mission ready. You don’t have to go it alone.

The Department of Veterans Affairs developed the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry to better understand the potential health effects of exposure to airborne hazards during military service, support ongoing research, and inform future decisions round airborne hazards to keep service members and veterans healthy and safe. This toolbox ...

This information paper by the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence provides a general overview of the current state of the science for using creatine to treat mild TBI and to optimize brain health and performance.

The Defense Medical Surveillance System documents military and medical experiences of service members throughout their careers. As the central repository of medical surveillance data for the U.S. Armed Forces, DMSS contains up-to-date and historical data on diseases and medical events (e.g., hospitalizations, ambulatory visits, reportable medical ...

Learn the different ways to seek care and take the first step. Managing the stress of military life can affect the toughest warrior. Find the resource to best fit your needs.

This brochure provides information and contact details for the inTransition program, which helps military members maintain or initiate mental health care during times of transition to a new medical facility, geographic location or health care system.

WMT PMO’s websites facilitate information sharing and transformation and provide cost effective services across the DHA. This portfolio reflects how WMT PMO leverages technology to meet the DHA’s mission of improving health and building readiness.

The WMT App Portfolio is intended to provide Defense Health Agency patients, healthcare providers and staff some information about mobile apps developed specifically for their needs and use. All apps are available to download for free. Some may only be available as either an Android or iOS native version. This Portfolio also provides guidelines for ...