Practical drills to manage PTSD — Stand To

Clear, mission-focused drills, checklists and family tools to spot, stabilise and manage military PTSD day-to-day.

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Practical drills to manage PTSD — a straight-talking guide

practical drills to manage PTSD are the backbone of Stand To, Steve Barker's plain-English handbook for serving personnel, veterans and military families who need clear, immediate steps to recognise and act on military PTSD.

Inside you'll find mission-style drills, concise checklists, family support tools and a clear walkthrough of UK care pathways — all written with military understanding and zero fluff.

Whether you want to stabilise a crisis, support a loved one, or build resilience over time, Stand To gives usable tools you can apply today.

What Stand To gives you

Plain-English mission drills

Short, step-by-step drills designed for real-world use — how to ground, breathe, and regain control during high-stress moments.

Field-tested checklists

Actionable checklists for recognising symptoms, preparing for appointments, and tracking progress so nothing important gets missed.

Family support tools

Simple scripts, boundary-setting guides and conversation plans to help partners and families provide stabilising support.

UK care pathways explained

Clear guidance on NHS routes, veteran services and referral steps — what to expect and how to navigate the system efficiently.

Stepwise recovery plan

A pragmatic, staged approach for managing symptoms, accessing help, and building resilience without jargon or false promises.

Why it works

  • Immediate, usable drills for acute stress and triggering situations
  • Checklists that simplify appointments and treatment decisions
  • Family tools that reduce conflict and improve support
  • Practical navigation of UK military and NHS services
  • Written in plain language by someone who understands military life
  • Tools designed for real conditions — no clinical jargon, just action

What People Are Saying

“This book gave me simple drills I could use straight away. No nonsense, just what I needed.”

— Tom H., Former Infantry, UK

“As a serving NCO I recognised the language and the approach. The family sections helped my partner understand how to support me.”

— Sarah M., Serving, UK

“Clear checklists and signposts to care — a lifeline while we worked out the next steps for my husband.”

— Emma R., Military spouse, Devon

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The drills are evidence-informed and informed by clinical practice and veteran experience; they are practical stabilisation tools rather than a substitute for therapy.

No. Stand To is designed to support recognition, stabilisation and navigation of care. It complements clinical treatment and helps you make informed choices.

Some drills can provide immediate relief in triggering moments; sustained benefit depends on consistent use and, where needed, engagement with treatment.

Yes. The book includes specific tools, scripts and checklists to help partners and families support recovery and reduce conflict.

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Stand To delivers mission-ready drills, family tools and UK care pathways in plain English — a vital, usable resource for recovery.

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