How to recognise military PTSD: Clear, practical signs

A no-nonsense guide with checklists, mission-style drills and family tools to spot, treat and live with PTSD.

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Spotting military PTSD quickly and clearly

If you need to know how to recognise military PTSD, Stand To explains the signs, triggers and behaviour changes serving personnel, veterans and families should watch for, in plain English.

This book delivers practical checklists, mission drills for immediate response, family support tools and step-by-step UK care pathways — written with military understanding and zero fluff.

Written by Steve Barker for serving personnel, veterans and military families, Stand To is a vital resource for recovery, resilience and informed support — buy now at https://getbook.at/stand-to.

What's inside Stand To

Quick symptom checklist

A one-page, easy-to-use checklist to spot key PTSD signs — intrusive memories, avoidance, hyperarousal and mood changes — so you know what to watch for.

Mission drills for immediate response

Short, actionable drills you can use in the field, at home or in base to de-escalate distress and stabilise someone showing acute PTSD symptoms.

Family support toolkit

Tools and conversations guides for partners, parents and carers to support recovery, set boundaries and sustain relationships under strain.

Clear UK care pathways

Step-by-step guidance on who to contact in the UK — from chain of command and veterans’ charities to NHS and specialist services — so help is found fast.

Evidence-based, no-nonsense guidance

Practical advice grounded in clinical best practice and military experience, focused on recovery and resilience rather than jargon or blame.

What you'll gain

  • Fast recognition of core PTSD symptoms and red flags
  • Practical, repeatable drills to manage acute episodes
  • Clear steps to access UK military and NHS support
  • Family-focused strategies to reduce conflict and improve recovery
  • Printable checklists and quick-reference cards for everyday use
  • Confidence to act early and reduce long-term harm

What People Are Saying

“Straightforward, honest and military-smart. The checklists helped me spot the signs in a mate and get him help.”

— Corporal Sam H., Catterick

“As a spouse I finally understood what my partner was going through and how to support him without making things worse.”

— Laura M., Military spouse, Kent

“Practical, no fluff guidance that points you to UK services and what to expect — a must-read for veterans.”

— Maj. Tom R., Retired, Portsmouth

Frequently Asked Questions

You can begin to recognise common signs within days to weeks: intrusive memories, avoidance, mood swings and hypervigilance. Stand To gives a simple checklist to speed identification and next steps.

Yes — the book includes family-focused tools, conversation guides and boundaries to help partners and carers support recovery safely.

No. Stand To is a recognition and support guide. It helps you identify concerns and navigate care pathways, but clinical assessment by a qualified professional is required for diagnosis and treatment.

Yes. The book includes UK-specific care pathways, contacts and service options, while keeping advice applicable to serving personnel and veterans more broadly.

Serving personnel, veterans and military families seeking plain-English, practical guidance on recognising, treating and living with military PTSD.

Ready to recognise and act?

Get practical, military-smart tools to spot and support PTSD — buy Stand To at https://getbook.at/stand-to.

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