Sonnestrahl claims that if knowledge of the vast problem of PTSD "were well-known, military volunteerism in Germany would be significantly adversely affected .
Sonnenstrahl also explains that the most traumatic phases of PTSD sometimes only manifest themselves after forces have been out of Afghanistan or other war zones for a long time. Therefore, the lack of trained professional help (outside the military or Bundeswehr) after one leaves the military is a grave issue in Germany these days. The founder of SKARABAES adds, "It is often much later, after returning or leaving the military, that the total collapse for individual victims of PTSD occurs.
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