PTSD : A simple guide for Military Veterans

by James Jones

Our troops give their all in protecting our country and our ideals, it is quite sad, however, that they have to go through the horrors of combat and still have to face the after effect of these horrors in their minds dealing with PTSD. This book helps to walk our troops and veterans through the various confusing emotions he/she might be experiencing as it breaks down the basis of this disorder. This book does not just stop at helping you identify if you are suffering from the PTSD, it goes further to give you various tips and recommendations that would help you treat the disorder effectively. The book, however, is not only restricted to the patients of this disorder but is also recommended for the family and friends of these patients as it would help them understand what the patient is going through and be able to give the support needed.

14 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 1, 2019

About the author

James Jones was an American novelist best known for his explorations of World War II and its aftermath. His debut novel, From Here to Eternity (1951), won the National Book Award and was adapted into an Academy Award-winning film. The novel, along with The Thin Red Line (1962) and Whistle (published posthumously in 1978), formed his acclaimed war trilogy, drawing from his personal experiences in the military.
Born and raised in Robinson, Illinois, Jones enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1939 and served in the 25th Infantry Division. He was stationed at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii, where he witnessed the attack on Pearl Harbor, and later fought in the Battle of Guadalcanal, where he was wounded. His military service deeply influenced his writing, shaping his unflinching portrayals of soldiers and war.
Following his discharge, Jones pursued writing and became involved with the Handy Writers' Colony in Illinois, a project led by his former mentor and lover, Lowney Handy. His second novel, Some Came Running (1957), was adapted into a film starring Frank Sinatra and Shirley MacLaine. Over the years, he experimented with different literary styles but remained committed to exploring themes of war, masculinity, and the American experience.
Jones later moved to France with his wife, actress Gloria Mosolino, before settling in the United States. He also worked as a journalist covering the Vietnam War and wrote several non-fiction works, including Viet Journal (1974). His final novel, Whistle, was completed based on his notes after his death. In later years, his daughter Kaylie Jones helped revive interest in his work, including publishing an uncensored edition of From Here to Eternity.
Jones passed away from congestive heart failure in 1977, leaving behind a body of work that remains influential in American war literature.