Includes bibliographical references (pages 367-374) and index.
Contents
Part 1. Understanding the War in Vietnam: How and why the United States got involved ; Why Vietnam was a different war -- Part 2. Coping with the pain of wartime memories: The came home changed - What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ; Women - The forgotten veterans ; Overcoming the emotional scars of physical wounds ; Warriors' women - Living with a Vietnam veteran ; The enduring wounds of Agent Orange ; When loved ones did not come home ; POWs/MIAs - Then and now ; Amerasians - A legacy of war -- Part 3. Spiritual healing: Where was God in Vietnam? ; Coming to terms with the guilt of war ; Unfinished business and steps through grief ; The healing of memories -- Part 4. Other therapy: Delayed parades ; The Wall of Tears ; Veterans speak out -- Appendixes: The Church's historical approach to war ; Devotional readings ; A word to the Church ; Communication guidelines for Pastors: Veterans' Day Recognition Service: Responsive prayer ; How to help POWs/MIAs.