First of all, just how much accurate information can we reasonably expect on the numbers or seriousness of PTS, given that the folks who are profiting from this immoral war are the folks who we be most harmed by its release? Media included...

Second, look how cleverly the DoD has kept the effects of deleated uranium under the carpet.

Thirdly, our troops in Iraq are stretched so thin that the DoD is won't let them leave, even when they have completed there enlistments.

Forthly, fighting in a country where most folks want you out and friend and foe both look the same is very difficult.

Lastly, given the collateral damage in the 100,000 deaths range has to take a toll on even the hardest of hard-asses.

I expect we have yet to see but the tip of the iceburg when it comes to mental problems these folks are or will be suffering as a result of this ill-thought out oil-grab invasion.

Bobert