The trauma of war can affect not only the warriors, but their partners and children as well. The purpose of
this book is to help you (and your veteran) better understand combat trauma and its possible effects on intimate
relationships and family life and to guide you to resources that can help strengthen every member of your family.
The beginning chapters provide basic information about combat trauma and how it can lead to depression, post-traumatic
stress disorder, and other forms of emotional pain. The remaining chapters focus on some of the most common problems
confronting families of combat veterans: emotional numbing, sexual difficulties, anger, and guilt. There are also
chapters on family violence, children, women veterans, and military couples and sections on how to cope with anger
and depression, how to find helpful organizations and books, and how to communicate effectively on difficult issues.