PTSD checklist for commanding officers: Clear, actionable steps

A military-tested, plain-English manual delivering checklists, mission drills, and UK care pathways for real-world PTSD recovery.

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PTSD checklist for commanding officers

PTSD checklist for commanding officers in Stand To gives leaders a practical, plain-English framework to recognise PTSD, run immediate mission drills, and make confident referral decisions under pressure.

Ideal for serving personnel, veterans, and military families, Stand To delivers step-by-step checklists, family support tools, and mapped UK care pathways you can use today — order at https://getbook.at/stand-to.

Written by clinician and veteran Steve Barker, the book strips out jargon and delivers frontline-tested tools for recovery, resilience, and informed command decisions.

What's inside Stand To

Quick recognition checklist

One-page, symptom-focused checklist for immediate screening of PTSD signs in personnel, designed for rapid use during and after operations.

Field mission drills

Short, actionable drills to stabilise incidents, protect unit readiness, and transition personnel safely to medical care and debriefing.

Command referral flowchart

A clear decision flow for commanding officers showing when to refer, whom to contact, and how to document concerns for medical and welfare teams.

Family support toolkit

Practical guidance and scripts for families to recognise changes, provide immediate support, and navigate conversations about care and recovery.

UK care pathways explained

Mapped NHS and veteran service routes, waiting-time expectations, and how to accelerate access to specialist PTSD treatment in the UK.

Frontline experience, zero fluff

Written by Steve Barker with military understanding and clinical credibility — no jargon, only clear actions and usable templates.

Why commanding officers trust this guide

  • Immediate, easy-to-follow recognition steps for use in the field
  • Mission-ready drills that preserve unit safety and clinical integrity
  • Clear referral templates to speed medical engagement and documentation
  • Family-focused actions to stabilise home environments and improve recovery
  • Mapped UK NHS and veteran care pathways to remove uncertainty
  • Compact, plain-English format — no clinical jargon
  • Practical templates you can print, brief, and keep on deployment

What People Are Saying

“Stand To gave me the confidence to act quickly and correctly when a junior soldier showed classic PTSD signs. The checklist is straightforward and reliable.”

— Maj. Tom Harris, Salisbury

“As a serving NCO, the mission drills are exactly what we needed — short, clear, and effective. The family tools helped my partner understand what was happening.”

— Sgt Rachel Morgan, Aldershot

“Steve Barker writes with real-world understanding. The UK care pathways section saved hours of uncertainty and helped us get a timely referral.”

— Cpl Liam O'Connor, Portsmouth

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The book is designed for use by commanding officers in active units, offering rapid screening, mission drills, and referral protocols suitable for operational contexts.

No. Stand To provides recognition, immediate stabilisation steps, and referral guidance. It is not a substitute for formal clinical diagnosis or specialist PTSD treatment.

Stand To maps NHS and veteran service routes, explains referral points, and outlines realistic waiting-time expectations to help commanders navigate UK systems.

Absolutely. The family support toolkit includes plain-language scripts and actions to help loved ones recognise changes and support recovery at home.

Yes. Stand To is available in formats suitable for printing and digital reading; visit https://getbook.at/stand-to for purchasing options.

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Practical, no-fluff tools and UK care pathways in one resource — order Stand To now at https://getbook.at/stand-to

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