POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER AFFECTING FEMALE VETERANS IS THE SUBJECT OF UPCOMING BLACK ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION SHORT FILM, “BURNED”

According to 2008 figures from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, 11% of veterans from the Afghanistan and Iraq military operations were women, with data showing that almost 20% have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). People who experience PTSD suffer from harrowing anxiety and depression, as well as stressful flashbacks or outbursts. Some of the women affected get professional help, but many of them don’t.

Many decide to self-medicate with remedies like St John’s Wort or the more popular Organic CBD Nugs. These are said to have some effectiveness may also be used to treat insomnia and chronic pain, which can be comorbidities of PTSD. They are growing in popularity around the world, such as with CBD oils UK stores opening to help people looking for alternate remedies

However, not all acts of self-medication are healthy, such as those that rely on alcohol or hard drugs. These have the potential to lead to addictions and the further breakdown of life. If such a case arises, searching for Westminster, TX addiction resources or materials from one’s local area may be ideal.

The advice of a professional and a doctor should always be sought out if someone suspects they are struggling with PTSD. Doctors can give advice on certain medicines such as how how medical marijuana can be taken by a veteran. Some find it helpful in treating both physical and mental ailments as medical marijuana is now legal in many parts of America. In addition, a doctor can refer veterans to a therapist who uses techniques specifically tailored to those suffering from PTSD.

When we think of PTSD, we often think of veterans and the armed forces. Those who have seen military action and conflict in their lives and suffered heavily from it. While PTSD is not only common in veterans, it is also prevalent with those who work in emergency services. And for many veterans, employment after being in the armed services often leads to a career in emergency services and other stressfull positions

BURNED is a short film produced by Los Angeles, CA based Phyllite Productions, deals with the subject in a half-hour drama premiering on Black Entertainment Television (BET) on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 11:00 p.m. EST and on CENTRIC on Saturday, October 8, 2011 11:30 to 12:00 a.m. EST.

BURNED tells the riveting story of a female Air Force veteran who transitions from the Iraq War to civilian life working as a Los Angeles department firefighter, while suffering from PTSD. Bianca LaVerne Jones, a rising talent from stage, television and film stars in the lead role with three-time Golden Globe nominee actor, Eric Roberts guest starring.

BURNED is produced and directed by BET Network’s Lens on Talent Award winner Phyllis Toben Bancroft. Ms. Bancroft’s previous work includes “SPENT” which deals with debt addiction, and the current web-series, “Ernie’s Girls” along with numerous stage productions in NYC and Los Angeles. BURNED will continue to have screenings in cities across the country including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Hartford, CT and more.

Ms. Bancroft hopes her film will shed light on the issues facing returning U.S. military veterans, and in particularly female veterans. “I kept watching the coverage of veterans on the news and I noticed that I rarely heard any stories about female vets. That’s what inspired me to create BURNED. I wanted to give a voice to the forgotten female soldiers.”

To learn more about BURNED, visit the film’s website at www.burnedthefilm.com to view the movie’s trailer, cast and crew information.

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