There’s a growing recognition that “wisdom,” that elusive ability to see life whole,
By Rich Simon It seems astonishing that even just two or three decades ago, parents not only pretty much knew what was expected of them to turn their offspring into civilized adults, but they could actually count on society to back them up. Even more astounding, kids seemed to understand this, too. Even if they rebelled against, yelled about, or sullenly resented how “unfair” adults were, they seemed to acknowledge adult authority and realize that they would just have to wait until they turned 18 to get for themselves the keys to the kingdom of grown-up independence. 
Bill McMillan & Michael Maxwellfilm The Welcome demonstrating a community approach to working with veterans. You’ll then have an opportunity to dialogue with a panel of veterans, who’ll share their own experiences with mental health professionals, as well as their perspectives on the standard treatments for PTSD. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of war trauma, knowing more about the value of “taking on the burden” with the veterans and the need for public witnessing, and understanding the advantages of treating veterans in a community context.
Michael Maxwell, M.S., a Vietnam-era vet who served in the Army from 1971 to 1973, retired in 2006 from the Portland VA Medical Center, where he spent nearly 20 years working with and for combat veterans.
Bill McMillan, M.F.T., is codirector of the Welcome Home Project, a program that helps local communities actively participate in the return of their soldiers. His current practice focuses on veterans’ reintegration into civilian life. To learn more, visit http://www.thewelcomethemovie.com.
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