Some veterans claim that PTSD treatment is ineffective

Many soldiers who endure trauma in combat develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a psychological illness that can result in extreme mood swings and nightmares. There is no cure for the condition, and the effectiveness of treatment varies on a case-by-case basis. A lack of resources for veterans with the condition has been blamed serious instances of PTSD.

Veteran Alan Ferla enlisted in the Marines in 2001. By the time he returned home in 2005, he began to show signs of PTSD, according to the Warwick Beacon. Doctors at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Providence diagnosed him with the condition in 2006, but he did not react well to treatment.

Ferla told the news source that he began to see a therapist on a regular basis and was eventually prescribed medication. He was reluctant to take the drugs in fear of becoming addicted.

Experts say that although therapy can be a tedious process, it can reduce the symptoms of PTSD over time. Medication has proven to be extremely effective in preventing individuals with PTSD from relapsing.

More than 7 million Americans suffer from PTSD every year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Rehabilitation facilities can help individuals manage the condition over time.