--- product_id: 14803959 title: "After the War Zone: A Practical Guide for Returning Troops and Their Families" price: "β‚Ή 1917" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/14803959-after-the-war-zone-a-practical-guide-for-returning-troops store_origin: IN region: India --- # Comprehensive reintegration guide Valuable resource section & index Expert PTSD & mental health insights After the War Zone: A Practical Guide for Returning Troops and Their Families **Price:** β‚Ή 1917 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Unlock the ultimate guide to thriving after deployment β€” don’t miss out on the support your family deserves! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** After the War Zone: A Practical Guide for Returning Troops and Their Families - **How much does it cost?** β‚Ή 1917 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/14803959-after-the-war-zone-a-practical-guide-for-returning-troops) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Inclusive Support for All:** Addresses unique needs of reservists, women soldiers, children, and extended families. - β€’ **Resource-Rich & Practical:** Includes an invaluable resource section and detailed index for quick reference. - β€’ **Trusted Expert Authorship:** Written by leading VA National Center for PTSD directors and researchers. - β€’ **PTSD & Mental Health Focus:** Gain critical understanding of top challenges faced by returning veterans. - β€’ **Complete Reintegration Blueprint:** Navigate post-deployment life with expert-backed strategies for troops and families. ## Overview After the War Zone is a highly recommended, expert-authored practical guide designed to help returning troops and their families successfully navigate the complex challenges of reintegration. Covering mental health, PTSD, family dynamics, and social support, this book offers comprehensive insights and resources to foster understanding and resilience in the post-deployment journey. ## Description After the War Zone: A Practical Guide for Returning Troops and Their Families [Friedman Ph.D., Matthew J.] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. After the War Zone: A Practical Guide for Returning Troops and Their Families Review: Outstanding, Hopeful Guide- Full of Great Insights and Resources - This important work provides a broad array of information that will help returning soldiers, their loved ones, friends, and community to understand the challenges of reintegration to civilian life. It provides education and advice for neighbors, coworkers, employers, and service providers who assist returning vets and their families. Actually, the book is for anyone who wonders what to expect when a service member returns home from a war zone. It shows all of us how to help when the going gets tough (and it will). For those like me, who were personally affected by the Vietnam War and its aftermath, we know how vital understanding and support is for our latest generation of combat vets and their families. You'll find eye-opening facts on p.25, about Operation Enduring Freeedom/Operation Iraqi Freeedom. The authors point out that unlike the Vietnam War, when the draft meant that most Americans were directly affected by the conflict, the modern "all volunteer" military has left participating families feeling a sense of isolation from the rest of society. Another fact: The top two reasons returning troops seek care at VA Medical Centers are pain from musculoskeletal problems and mental health problems. This book addresses every aspect of reintegration one can imagine, such as anticipation of return, the post-deployment stage (honeymoon period) special issues for reservists and women soldiers, reactions of children, problems with PTSD, communication problems, what it's like to be a loved one left at home, issues for the extended family, the need for social support, separating myth from reality, finances, relationships, and much more. The Resource Section alone is worth the price of the book, plus there is an excellent index. Kudos to authors Laurie B. Slone, Ph.D. the Associate Director for Research and Education of the VA National Center for PTSD,and to Matthew J. Friedman, MD, PhD, the Executive Director of the VA National Center for PTSD and a Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmocology at Dartmouth Medical School. This book is broad in scope, and will change lives for the better. Very highly recommended! Review: Eye opener - Good read regarding "conflict areas." ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #765,077 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #103 in United States Military Veterans History #294 in Post-Traumatic Stress #473 in Popular Psychology Pathologies | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 46 Reviews | ## Images ![After the War Zone: A Practical Guide for Returning Troops and Their Families - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZXSw17tmL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding, Hopeful Guide- Full of Great Insights and Resources *by C***H on March 3, 2009* This important work provides a broad array of information that will help returning soldiers, their loved ones, friends, and community to understand the challenges of reintegration to civilian life. It provides education and advice for neighbors, coworkers, employers, and service providers who assist returning vets and their families. Actually, the book is for anyone who wonders what to expect when a service member returns home from a war zone. It shows all of us how to help when the going gets tough (and it will). For those like me, who were personally affected by the Vietnam War and its aftermath, we know how vital understanding and support is for our latest generation of combat vets and their families. You'll find eye-opening facts on p.25, about Operation Enduring Freeedom/Operation Iraqi Freeedom. The authors point out that unlike the Vietnam War, when the draft meant that most Americans were directly affected by the conflict, the modern "all volunteer" military has left participating families feeling a sense of isolation from the rest of society. Another fact: The top two reasons returning troops seek care at VA Medical Centers are pain from musculoskeletal problems and mental health problems. This book addresses every aspect of reintegration one can imagine, such as anticipation of return, the post-deployment stage (honeymoon period) special issues for reservists and women soldiers, reactions of children, problems with PTSD, communication problems, what it's like to be a loved one left at home, issues for the extended family, the need for social support, separating myth from reality, finances, relationships, and much more. The Resource Section alone is worth the price of the book, plus there is an excellent index. Kudos to authors Laurie B. Slone, Ph.D. the Associate Director for Research and Education of the VA National Center for PTSD,and to Matthew J. Friedman, MD, PhD, the Executive Director of the VA National Center for PTSD and a Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmocology at Dartmouth Medical School. This book is broad in scope, and will change lives for the better. Very highly recommended! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Eye opener *by D***N on September 4, 2025* Good read regarding "conflict areas." ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great resource *by C***N on March 1, 2012* This book contains all the necessary information to prepare for deployment, who does what, and how to re-adjust when coming home It is filled with resources of different agencies to notify and who and what help is available. It is geared for both the military person and his or her family. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/14803959-after-the-war-zone-a-practical-guide-for-returning-troops](https://www.desertcart.in/products/14803959-after-the-war-zone-a-practical-guide-for-returning-troops) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-04-27*