Why do we hear about so many soldiers in the present day wars in Iraq and Afghanistan returning with PTSD, yet it seemed to be nonexistent in those returning from WWII?
Back then it was called shell shock. Damn sure happened frequently but just not as discussed much like most mental illnesses
The Short Answer
Back then it was called shell shock. Damn sure happened frequently but just not as discussed much like most mental illnesses
Analysis
Key Concepts: Back, called, shell
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a simple explanation for why we hear about so many soldiers in the present day wars in iraq and afghanistan returning with ptsd, yet it seemed to be nonexistent in those returning from wwii?
Back then it was called shell shock. Damn sure happened frequently but just not as discussed much like most mental illnesses
How detailed is this explanation compared to similar Human Body questions?
This is a brief answer at 21 words, ranked #459 of 500 Human Body questions by depth. The key concepts covered are back, called, shell.
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The explanation uses contrasting perspectives across 21 words. It is categorized under Human Body and addresses the question through 1 analytical lens.