# Plain Language Summary: National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month Resolution

This resolution is Congress's way of officially recognizing June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and designating June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day." Essentially, it's a symbolic gesture that asks the country to pay special attention to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during that month and on that specific day.

The resolution doesn't create any new laws, funding, or programs. Instead, it's an expression of support meant to raise awareness about PTSD and encourage people to learn more about this serious mental health condition. PTSD affects many people, particularly military veterans and service members who have experienced combat or other traumatic events, though it can develop in anyone who has gone through a traumatic experience. By designating this awareness month and day, Congress is essentially saying that PTSD is an important issue that deserves public attention and understanding.

In practical terms, this resolution might encourage organizations, schools, and communities to hold events, share information, or start conversations about PTSD during June 2024. It could help reduce stigma around the condition and remind people that mental health support and treatment are available. However, since this is just a symbolic resolution rather than legislation that creates new services or funding, its real impact depends on whether organizations and individuals choose to use this designated time to actually promote awareness and support for people dealing with PTSD.

A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

Sullivan, Dan

<p>This resolution designates June 2024 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2024, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The resolution also supports the efforts of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DOD), and the medical community to educate people about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress. Additionally, it supports efforts by the VA and DOD to foster cultural change around post-traumatic stress.</p>