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PTSD and BJJ two recent studies
3 year(s) ago • 1572 views • 17 replies
BTPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
1st.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.[...]MC6910885/
Published online 2019 Apr 20.
PMCID: PMC6910885
PMID: 31004163
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training for US Service Members and Veterans with Symptoms of PTSD
2nd.
https://storage.googleapi[...]677dd4.pdf
Published 29 Jul 2022
Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Managing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Longitudinal Study
Authors:
Kelly Weinberger, Adler University, United States
Tracey Burraston, Adler University, United States
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.[...]MC6910885/
Published online 2019 Apr 20.
PMCID: PMC6910885
PMID: 31004163
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training for US Service Members and Veterans with Symptoms of PTSD
2nd.
https://storage.googleapi[...]677dd4.pdf
Published 29 Jul 2022
Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Managing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Longitudinal Study
Authors:
Kelly Weinberger, Adler University, United States
Tracey Burraston, Adler University, United States
AAWhite beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I currently have a proposal to start a BJJ group in the local VA wellness center. In writing this proposal I wound up providing current research in how it would benefit the Vets and the VA Staff. Here is the list of resources I cited:
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training for US Service Members and Veterans with Symptoms of PTSD
By Allison E Willing et al.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: A Tool for Veteran Reassimilation
By Dr Gino L. Collura
Evaluation of a Higher Education Interpersonal Violence Safety Program
By Bernard G. McPherson
Does Physical Exercise Improve Perceptual Skills and Visuospatial Attention in Older Adults? A Review.
By Monica Muinos and Soledad Balesteros
Martial Arts Fall Training to prevent Hip Fractures in the Elderly
by B. E. Groen et al.
12 Weeks of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training Improves Functional Fitness in Elderly Men
By Jose de Queiroz et al.
Transforming Trauma with Jiu-Jitsu
Jamie Marich PhD and Anna Pitkl LMFT
I hope you find the list useful in your own readings
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training for US Service Members and Veterans with Symptoms of PTSD
By Allison E Willing et al.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: A Tool for Veteran Reassimilation
By Dr Gino L. Collura
Evaluation of a Higher Education Interpersonal Violence Safety Program
By Bernard G. McPherson
Does Physical Exercise Improve Perceptual Skills and Visuospatial Attention in Older Adults? A Review.
By Monica Muinos and Soledad Balesteros
Martial Arts Fall Training to prevent Hip Fractures in the Elderly
by B. E. Groen et al.
12 Weeks of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training Improves Functional Fitness in Elderly Men
By Jose de Queiroz et al.
Transforming Trauma with Jiu-Jitsu
Jamie Marich PhD and Anna Pitkl LMFT
I hope you find the list useful in your own readings
Edited 3 year(s) ago
BTPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I currently have a proposal
Please let me know how it goes. If it gets funded, mayhap some of us won't have to reinvent the wheel with the VA.
ANBlue beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I don’t have PTSD in the same way as a combat vet, but I can say after a year it’s had a huge improvement for my mental health and overall health habits. Can’t wait to read this later!
BTPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I don’t have PTSD in the same way as a combat vet, but I can say after a year it’s had a huge improvement for my mental health and overall health habits. Can’t wait to read this later!
I think the study from the two ladies (Kelly Weinberger, and Tracey Burraston) illustrates that BJJ is beneficial for PTS...however, both studies used veterans and first responders because they are many and readily available.
BJJ helps with PTS in one way through 'stress inoculation'.
BJJ helps with PTS in one way through 'stress inoculation'.
MGPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
Please let me know how it goes. If it gets funded, mayhap some of us won't have to reinvent the wheel with the VA.
The VA hires yoga instructors, it would be cool to see them employ some Jiu Jitsu instructors as well.
AAWhite beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
Please let me know how it goes. If it gets funded, mayhap some of us won't have to reinvent the wheel with the VA.
It's been slow. My proposal was written to serve as a template so that if it proves successful, it could easily be handed off to other VA wellness centers. It was initially well received by everyone. However, there was some hesitancy for the doctors to sign off on it for safety issues. (despite me having an entire section in my proposal addressing this concern) And the administrators were reluctant to devote resources because the idea is completely new and unproven.
So I am actually going to approach the Local Vets Center. As they specialize in behavioral health, and are separate from the VA but operate under their umbrella I figure this will be my way of getting this in "the side door." I'm certain they will be receptive as they had a guy teaching Hapkido to the vets until he had a car accident and could no longer teach the program.
My hope is that if we get this going, the VA can see that it will be safe and effective, and easily implemented.
So I am actually going to approach the Local Vets Center. As they specialize in behavioral health, and are separate from the VA but operate under their umbrella I figure this will be my way of getting this in "the side door." I'm certain they will be receptive as they had a guy teaching Hapkido to the vets until he had a car accident and could no longer teach the program.
My hope is that if we get this going, the VA can see that it will be safe and effective, and easily implemented.
AAWhite beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I don’t have PTSD in the same way as a combat vet, but I can say after a year it’s had a huge improvement for my mental health and overall health habits. Can’t wait to read this later!
I think you will really enjoy the book "Transforming Trauma with Jiu-Jitsu" by Jamie Marich PhD and Anna Pitkl LMFT
The authors also were guests in the "Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Rocks" Podcast. Its well worth the listen
The authors also were guests in the "Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Rocks" Podcast. Its well worth the listen
ANBlue beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I think you will really enjoy the book 'Transforming Trauma with Jiu-Jitsu' by Jamie Marich PhD and Anna Pitkl LMFT The authors also were guests in the 'Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Rocks' Podcast. Its well worth the listen
I've seen that book recommended to me on Amazon, I really want to check it out! I'm assuming you've read it?
BTPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
It's been slow. My proposal was written to serve as a template so that if it proves successful, it could easily be handed off to other VA wellness centers. It was initially well received by everyone. However, there was some hesitancy for the doctors to sign off on it for safety issues. (despite me having an entire section in my proposal addressing this concern) And the administrators were reluctant to devote resources because the idea is completely new and unproven. So I am actually going to approach the Local Vets Center. As they specialize in behavioral health, and are separate from the VA but operate under their umbrella I figure this will be my way of getting this in 'the side door.' I'm certain they will be receptive as they had a guy teaching Hapkido to the vets until he had a car accident and could no longer teach the program. My hope is that if we get this going, the VA can see that it will be safe and effective, and easily implemented.
Yes, I anticipate this would be the case with the VA. If you could convert one of those DR, DMs to a training partner then it would be no problem at all. The VA is a poorly run bureaucracy...IMO that is not very interested in the result of healing or improving the lives of 95% of the veterans it serves. This is the extent of my ranting in regard to the institution.
I certainly hope that they will come around. I have always had success taking the VA their own studies. I say: "look here! You wrote this! These are your words. Don't you stand behind them!". This was the case with HRT for vets with blast injuries, etc.
I certainly hope that they will come around. I have always had success taking the VA their own studies. I say: "look here! You wrote this! These are your words. Don't you stand behind them!". This was the case with HRT for vets with blast injuries, etc.
MGPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
The VA is a poorly run bureaucracy...IMO that is not very interested in the result of healing or improving the lives of 95% of the veterans it serves. This is the extent of my ranting in regard to the institution. I certainly hope that they will come around. I have always had success taking the VA their own studies. I say: 'look here! You wrote this! These are your words. Don't you stand behind them!'. This was the case with HRT for vets with blast injuries, etc.
Sad but true.
ANBlue beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
The VA is a poorly run bureaucracy...IMO that is not very interested in the result of healing or improving the lives of 95% of the veterans it serves. This is the extent of my ranting in regard to the institution.
Very true. My grandpa (a WW2 vet) was not treated with respect by the VA. I hope your efforts will be successful, it would be so helpful to help veterans suffering from PTSD.
WABrown beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
There are some groups that pay for Jiu Jitsu membership for services members as well. I know a few people who have done work with WeDefy.
BTPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
There are some groups that pay for Jiu Jitsu membership for services members as well. I know a few people who have done work with WeDefy.
Yes sir! WeDefy is a great .org 501C! They offered me paid Jiu-Jitsu classes/membership, a gi, and two private lessons a week when I applied. It is a great way to get started! I highly recommend WeDefy! You reminded me to donate a little. Thank you!
AAWhite beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I've seen that book recommended to me on Amazon, I really want to check it out! I'm assuming you've read it?
Its on my bookshelf and I have gone through it a couple of times. Ive also had the opportunity to connect with the authors via FB and get further insight while crafting my proposal for the VA
AAWhite beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
There are some groups that pay for Jiu Jitsu membership for services members as well. I know a few people who have done work with WeDefy.
We Defy and the Resilient warrior Foundations are great organizations. I crafted my proposal with them in mind.
Every nonprofit deals with having limited funds. And some veterans may start this journey and discover that it is not for them.
My proposal is to provide a space for the vet to start at the wellness center and learn the basics and fundamental moves. (utilizing the Gracie Combatives and the Women's Empowerment curriculum) Then if they decide that they want more training and really walk this path in their healing, We would place them on the waiting lists for these organizations.
That way the organizations don't waste money on vets that can't or won't benefit from this art and when they do start, they already have a base of knowledge to build from.
Every nonprofit deals with having limited funds. And some veterans may start this journey and discover that it is not for them.
My proposal is to provide a space for the vet to start at the wellness center and learn the basics and fundamental moves. (utilizing the Gracie Combatives and the Women's Empowerment curriculum) Then if they decide that they want more training and really walk this path in their healing, We would place them on the waiting lists for these organizations.
That way the organizations don't waste money on vets that can't or won't benefit from this art and when they do start, they already have a base of knowledge to build from.
JBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
3 year(s) ago
Thanks, Brian. Those are both very interesting articles. I find the second one particularly interesting because the authors discuss Csikszentmihalyi‘s flow states in Jiu-Jitsu. I have a forthcoming article on moral development in the martial arts that includes a discussion of flow states, and I have done some work in this area previously ( e.g., a chapter in this anthology: https://www.google.com/bo[...]pJDwAAQBAJ).
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Black belt 3rd degreePending
3 year(s) ago
I think if you reach out to Joey Zante at vets jiu jitsu he might gave some more resources regarding ptsd and bjj.
