Thursday, November 22, 2012

Nov 23 Tip; Learn about the "moral injuries" of war

November 23 Compassionate Living Tip from Interfaith Paths to Peace

Listen to an NPR story about the Moral Injuries caused by war

http://www.npr.org/2012/11/21/165663154/moral-injury-the-psychological-wounds-of-war?ft=1&f=100

"Moral injury" is a term used in the mental health community to describe the psychological damage service members face when their actions in battle contradict their moral beliefs. Thought it isn't diagnosable, doctors and veterans are searching for ways to support those who have experienced this inner conflict.

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