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Hyper arousal (sensitive to loud noises, crowds, light, etc.) [Impact to Family & Friends] The family begins to adjust their life around the veteran and attempts to reduce things that might trigger the veteran’s fear and arousal. Soon, the family is living in the veteran’s world of fear for safety.Examples: Family tries to be more quiet in the house, doesn’t ask the veteran to go “out” into public with them for fear the veteran may become anxious and irritable, changes channels on the television when war related or disturbing news is being broadcast, etc. [Survival Skills] 
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Vet Readjustment & the Impact to Family & Friends | Veterans' Familes United Foundation
Survival Skills