From War Front to Home Front with Dr. Jonathan Shay

If the DOD, VA and service organizations really want to help these veterans heal, there is no one better to ask.

Veterans discuss issues
By Emily Ayers
Posted on 08 October 2012

Dr. Jonathan Shay hosted an informal discussion called “From War Front to Home Front” with veterans and active duty soldiers following the workshop “PTSD and Moral Injury: What’s the Difference and Does it Matter?” on Oct. 4 in the Fowler Family Ballroom at the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center.

As a scholar in the humanities and a medical doctor who used his studies to contribute to issues facing the lives of Vietnam War veterans who have suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder, Shay created an atmosphere where veterans could address major issues.

Shay tried to make the discussion as comfortable as possible.

“I am here for the sole purpose of responding to what you guys want to talk about,” Shay said. “This is your time to ask and probe me about anything you want to know. I am hoping for you all to get some benefit out of this, so please, ask away.”
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Dr. Jonathan Shay giving lecture