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Acupuncture in military medicine is a growing phenomenon
The December 2011 issue of Medical Acupuncture features a number of free, peer-reviewed articles detailing the use of acupuncture in the military.
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Mind Tactics News

New One Shot One Kill materials now available online
New program materials for the One Shot One Kill (OSOK) performance enhancement program are now available on HPRC’s website!
Acupuncture in military medicine is a growing phenomenon
The December 2011 issue of Medical Acupuncture features a number of free, peer-reviewed articles detailing the use of acupuncture in the military.
“Infographic” on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from Military Pathways
This colorful sheet engages readers in learning about key statistics and tips on getting help for PTSD.
Keeping steady with motion sickness
Motion sickness can affect anyone, and it can have a serious impact on military operations. Here are some ways to reduce your own risk.
Smartphone apps to help with stress and relaxation
The National Center for Telehealth and Technology offers expanded mobile apps to help users control stress and monitor PTSD symptoms from their smartphones.
Keeping steady with motion sickness
Motion sickness can affect anyone, and it can have a serious impact on military operations. Here are some ways to reduce your own risk.
Eliminate headaches without taking a pill
Before you reach for those pain killers, try a few behavioral techniques to eliminate your headache.
Playing mad: Is there such a thing as healthy anger?
Can anger be channeled positively towards enhancing performance?
The latest development in the Total Force Fitness Movement: the Chairman's CJCSI
Next step in the development of the Total Force Fitness movement recently was issued in the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Instruction on the Chairman’s Total Force Fitness Framework.
Could sleep be your single most important health habit?
Guest contributor Dr. Daniel Johnston of Comprehensive Soldier Fitness makes a case for why he thinks sleep is the most important health habit.
New One Shot One Kill materials now available online
New program materials for the One Shot One Kill (OSOK) performance enhancement program are now available on HPRC’s website!
“Infographic” on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from Military Pathways
This colorful sheet engages readers in learning about key statistics and tips on getting help for PTSD.
Get some shut eye by quelling anxiety
Anxiety might be causing you to stay awake at night and lose valuable sleep. Learn how to shake these feelings and finally catch some Zs.
Make an accurate self-assessment to improve your performance
Having a very positive or very negative self-assessment of your performance can be detrimental. Learn how to have a balanced evaluation of your performance to get the best out of your performance.
Yoga lowers blood pressure
Yoga isn’t just for flexibility. It can make you calm and relaxed, helping to lower your blood pressure.
Acupuncture in military medicine is a growing phenomenon
The December 2011 issue of Medical Acupuncture features a number of free, peer-reviewed articles detailing the use of acupuncture in the military.
Smartphone apps to help with stress and relaxation
The National Center for Telehealth and Technology offers expanded mobile apps to help users control stress and monitor PTSD symptoms from their smartphones.
More hospitals are offering alternative treatments
Alternative treatments are becoming more popular within the hospital setting. By including these types of treatments, hospitals may be better equipped to treat the “whole person.”
Sleep disorders are associated with PTSD and head trauma
A new study found that high rates of sleep disorders are associated with PTSD and/or head trauma in veterans.
Brain damage linked to long-term alcohol abuse
According to a new study, long-term alcohol abuse can result in significant damage to parts of the brain crucial for learning and other complex behaviors.

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