(TacticalNews.com) – Independence Day is a wonderful holiday and the perfect excuse to enjoy good food and fireworks with friends and family. For some, the fireworks may bring back bad memories for those suffering from PTSD, whether or not they’re a combat veteran. Luckily, there are ways that you can still enjoy the Fourth of July festivities by keeping PTSD at bay.
Large crowds, light flashes and loud booms of fireworks can trigger painful memories and PTSD for veterans. The brave women and men who have served in the military deserve to be free from the harmful effects of fireworks. Please be considerate of your neighbors on 4th of July. pic.twitter.com/FMK1JT8fdt
— OneProtest (@oneprotestinc) July 1, 2020
These veterans share their experiences and how they choose to face their PTSD during the holiday.
If you live in an urban area or somewhere known to host firework shows, they’ll usually announce schedules ahead of time. That way, if you don’t want to be around fireworks shows or neighborhood parties.
You could also reach out to your neighbors and explain your condition; most people are surely happy to be respectful of your condition. You may even discover that there are people around you who have PTSD as well, so everyone can help each other cope.
You may need to get away from the area for the night if people are insistent on having fireworks shows, though. There are various ways to get out of dodge for the night, including:
- Going to a movie
- Going camping
- Taking a day trip into the country
Independence Day is a quintessential holiday for America and everyone deserves to be able to celebrate it in peace. Those suffering from PTSD may need to make alternate plans. If you know someone nearby with this condition, make special accommodations for them if possible. After all, they’re likely one of the brave individuals who have fought for your right to celebrate.
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