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Stereotypes and widespread myths often prevent veterans from seeking help from therapists, psychologists, or psychiatrists. But these are just misconceptions — barriers that stand between people and real support and understanding.Psychologist, biosuggestive therapist, veteran, combatant, and mother of two teenagers — Yuliia Skrypiuk — shares the truth behind the three most common myths about therapy.
Myth 1: “Veterans don’t need a psychologist — they can handle it themselves.”
The reality? A psychologist is not a “pity listener” or a “life coach.”
They are a[...]
25.07.2025
Emotional rollercoasters, driven by news from the frontlines, constant air raid alerts, and a sense of lack of control, have become the reality for most inhabitants of our country. Both military personnel and civilians experience a wide spectrum of feelings. During the execution of their duties, when they must constantly remain focused and prepared for any trials, supporting comrades and close circles becomes particularly crucial.
We wake up in the morning ready to conquer mountains, but by midday, we're overwhelmed.
Yes, these are emotional rollercoasters, and almost everyone has[...]
05.11.2023
Continuing to address the challenging and rarely discussed topic of captivity, our military psychologist, Kateryna "Melnik's Daughter," has gathered recommendations from former hostages and experts on how to conduct oneself in extremely difficult conditions and survive.
1) Restore and maintain self-control. Try to overcome panic reactions after being captured as quickly as possible. To manage this, engage your body's physical resources: for a short period, allow yourself to tremble as much as you can (if it's safe); tap yourself on the thighs or shins to feel your body; press your heels[...]
31.08.2023
According to the accounts of defenders themselves, the worst consequence of combat for a soldier is captivity. As of the end of June 2023, the National Information Bureau reports that 126 women are held in Russian captivity. Among them are 46 military personnel and 80 civilians. In certain situations, falling into the hands of the enemy is considered worse than death. The adversary seeks to obtain the maximum amount of operational information, often disregarding the concept of "human rights" and resorting to torture. Those who conduct interrogations use all available means to extract[...]
13.08.2023
Ukrainian society has not fully adapted to the fact that war has made significant changes in our lives. Often, war injuries are not visible externally: one doesn't necessarily need to be in a wheelchair, have an amputation, or possess disability documents, yet they may grapple with serious health impairments. They might leisurely stroll through the park beside you or enjoy a favorite drink in a nearby café, and you may not notice the silent battle they face with relentless pain every day. Sometimes, these "hidden" injuries like PTSD, post-concussion syndrome, blast injury (or shell shock),[...]
30.07.2023
Especially for you, "Miller's Daughter" conducted an anonymous survey among active-duty servicewomen and veterans to understand the circumstances in which it might be better not to enlist in the armed forces. We emphasize that there is no mandatory conscription for women in Ukraine, even if your civilian profession is subject to registration in territorial recruitment and social support centers. If you have still decided to pursue military service, consider whether it is voluntary, fully informed, and carefully considered, as you must be prepared to steadfastly bear all the burdens and[...]
09.07.2023
If you were to search on Google for something like "military and alcohol" or "drugs and servicemen," you would quickly find articles about the law that strengthens the personal responsibility of servicemen or a multitude of information about the convictions of soldiers for cases of distribution, possession, and misuse of narcotics or alcoholic beverages.
The issue of alcoholism and drug addiction in the army has been highlighted in the media numerous times, discussed in the command of all branches of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other military formations, outlined in the orders of unit[...]
18.06.2023
Death in war causes anger, sadness, emptiness, guilt, resentment, fear, shame, irritation, disappointment, or a combination of these feelings. It’s important to understand: every emotion is normal in such a difficult situation.
Joining forces with the defenders of Ukraine during a full-scale invasion does not always mean dying, but is often associated with war and death in the minds of the majority of civilians.
Death in war is different from the natural end of life (from old age or long illness).
The death of the soldiers cannot be explained by anything, it cannot be justified,[...]
21.05.2023
According to the official definition, sexism encompasses any action, gesture, visual display, spoken or written word, practice, or behavior rooted in the belief that a person or group of people are inferior due to their gender, and is manifested in both public and private spaces with the intent of:
Violating one's dignity or human rights,
Causing physical, sexual, psychological, or socio-economic harm or suffering to an individual or group of individuals,
Creating a threatening, hostile, demeaning, or offensive environment,
Hindering the independence or full exercise of human[...]
23.04.2023
The peculiarities of war directly impact relationships between people - be it familial, friendly, or with colleagues at work. Stressful situations reveal a person's essence and their true values. Or alter them.
Since the onset of the full-scale invasion, a noticeable surge in divorces and marriages has occurred. Today, even this can be done remotely. It is evident that our perception of time and life has shifted.
Long-distance relationships are always a challenging test for both partners. How a couple navigates it depends on many factors: the level of trust in each other, self-worth[...]
10.04.2023