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| PointmanOZ | Vet Kids on the board... (page: 1 2) | 20 | Nov 12 2009, 7:40 PM EST by PointmanOZ | ||||
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Thread started: Feb 13 2009, 12:37 AM EST
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I've just been lurking and only reading the emails as they come in.
Obviously, some or you are doing in tough and others have come through with flying colours! Just thought I would make a comment as to how important it obviously is to love your dad and to tell him that!! I've got four older kids who experienced me at my worst in years gone by (one of them still hates my guts) but only one of them has done so and calls me "Dad"! The others never have and never use the word. I have asked them all to forgive me for who I once used to be, but it's never been granted - they even sent my wife "to Coventry" because she didn't give me the flick when things were not so good! So it's good to know that many of you are proud of your Dads - I would love to have my kids proud of what I am now! Even though everything has changed for the better and my younger ones and grandkids just love me to bits, the hurt is obviously still there for us. There's nothing on this earth more important than family!
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| cvt1977 | Toddlers and Agent Orange | 0 | Jun 15 2009, 8:22 PM EDT by cvt1977 | ||||
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Thread started: Jun 15 2009, 8:22 PM EDT
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My adopted son is 2 1/2 years old. His biological grandfather was a vet and exposed to Agent Orange. I am almost positive that my son has ADHD even at his young age. My own grandparents fought in the Korean war so I know nothing about Agent Orange. From what I am reading AdHD may be linked to this chemical in the grandchildren of victims. Can anyone help me out? I'm at wits end with my son. His anger and disobediance is almost intorable as he hits the younger children (1 1/2 years and 4 months) when he gets mad at us, his parents. PLEASE HELP. Email me at cvt1977@yahoo.com
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| comm65 | thank you | 0 | Jan 10 2009, 1:30 AM EST by comm65 | ||||
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Thread started: Jan 10 2009, 1:30 AM EST
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I just wanted o thank the fella's from austraillia who served in nam. 2 dad's and an uncle were there with the usaf, army and marines, and each had the privilge of working with the "aussies". I remember knowing that in school during history lessons, when our teacher would throw a curve ball. (i had memorized a list of allies) . Once again gentelman, Thank You so much, as words cannot express my gratitude.
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| Combat_Ken | Preamble | 4 | Jan 5 2008, 4:32 AM EST by Fenianson | ||||
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Thread started: Feb 15 2007, 7:36 PM EST
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There is a great deal of concern and debate in political halls, academic centres and the general public surrounding the issue of whether psychological effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be handed down from parent to child. This 'transgenerational effect' is a hot research topic that is drawing significant interest locally, nationally and internationally. Mental health researchers have (somewhat reluctantly) confirmed that first generation offspring of PTSD sufferers are at significant risk of developing a range of depressive and anxiety conditions, ranging from mild depressive episodes to Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD), Conduct Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, Adjustment Disorders, Panic Attacks and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. Most of these carry a life-sentence of social and personal stigma, loss of self-worth and self-esteem which further contribute to poor mental and physical health.
There is also evidence from the growing body of literature that supports a transgenerational effect of Agent Orange. New research is contradicting political denial of the transfer of 'altered' genetic information triggered by such carcinogens. These frequently manifest in the children and grandchildren of those exposed as skin and internal organ dysfunctions and abnormalities. The Vietnam War is a hot issue right now. Yet it is all wars and conflicts which can produce these devastating effects on the subsequent generations. This site is for those children and grandchildren of all conflicts and wars who feel lost for explanation and understanding.
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| Combat_Ken | Focus Group Southport RSL Friday Dec 14 | 0 | Dec 10 2007, 4:59 AM EST by Combat_Ken | ||||
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Thread started: Dec 10 2007, 4:59 AM EST
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Folks...if you live on the Gold Coast or can drive there, this friday evening at 7pm I will be having a get-together of children of Vietnam Vets. There will also be an opportunity to get a lot off your chest and contribute to this, already, influencial and groundbreaking study.
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| jowilt | PhD Study | 1 | Aug 21 2007, 9:56 PM EDT by Combat_Ken | ||||
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Thread started: Aug 21 2007, 7:47 AM EDT
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Given that the first focus group appears to be a few people short I was thinking we could start asking our friends if their parents are Vietnam Veterans and suffers of PTSD. It would be a shame if some of us were not able to participate at all due to low numbers in some areas.
Cheers, Jo
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