Book excerpt: "The Wounded Generation" by David Nasaw
The historian examines how service members returning home from World War II were changed in ways undiagnosed and untreated, to a nation that had also changed following years of war.
PTSD
"The Wounded Generation": Bearing the invisible scars of war
When the "Greatest Generation" returned home from World War II, many veterans had suffered psychic wounds not diagnosed or understood at the time to be PTSD. A new book examines the traumas that they - and other returning war veterans - have faced.
Treating childhood trauma
Oprah Winfrey reports on how trauma plays a role in childhood development and what new methods are being used to help kids who have experienced it.
A Stabbing in Colts Neck
A woman outwits a young stranger who attacked her in her own home. What will it take to find him? "48 Hours" contributor Jim Axelrod reports.
The lasting toll of war
A look back at 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley's coverage of combat veterans overseas and the impact of post-traumatic stress disorder on their families when they return home.
Wife of veteran on importance of reaching out
Ariel Cornelius, whose husband is a Marine veteran who returned home with post-traumatic stress disorder, encouraged people to reach out more to families of injured veterans.
A message to veterans confronting PTSD
Chuck Rotenberry served in Iraq and Afghanistan and returned home with post-traumatic stress disorder. He encouraged veterans confronting PTSD to not give up hope.
A Marine vet spent decades creating a carousel to conquer his demons and help others
When retired Marine Cpl. Scott Harrison was stationed at U.S. Marine outpost Con Thien during the Vietnam War, it was a music box sent by his sister that brought him hope during his darkest hours. Years later, Harrison used that hope to help and inspire others.
U.S. vets with PTSD take psychedelic journey
60 Minutes joined U.S. veterans with PTSD on a week-long psychedelic retreat in Mexico. Nearly a year later, most of the vets said the experience with psilocybin was life-changing.
6/8/2025: The Pager Plot; A Psychedelic Journey; Mr. Clooney Goes to Broadway
First, a report on how Israel's pagers fooled Hezbollah. Then, U.S. veterans with PTSD take a psychedelic journey in Mexico. And, George Clooney: The 2025 60 Minutes Interview.
Veteran’s suicide puts father on a mission
A veteran's brain showed no signs of physical injury, until a post-mortem after his suicide found microscopic scars. Now, his father is fighting to protect others in the military.
Children living with veterans with PTSD
Hundreds of thousands of veterans have been diagnosed with PTSD. The children living with injured veterans are stepping up to help these wounded warriors and their families.
Addressing the epidemic of firefighter suicide
New statistics estimate that twice as many firefighters in the U.S. die by suicide then in the line of duty. In response, fire officials across the country are looking at possibly cutting back on two-day and three-day shifts so that firefighters can get more sleep and down time, especially for those assigned to very busy fire stations. Carter Evans reports.
Blacksmith classes for veterans with PTSD
Our series "A More Perfect Union" aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. This morning, we're learning about a surprising safe haven for veterans living with PTSD. Nationwide, about 17 veterans die by suicide every day. Now, some blacksmiths in Virginia are building new tools to help. Chip Reid reports.
Veterans with PTSD help injured sea lions
Sea lions who have been hurt in the wild are helping veterans deal with post-traumatic stress disorder. Up to 20 percent of veterans returning from recent tours overseas have PTSD, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Carter Evans reports.
Bon Jovi finds hope in new song for veterans
Grammy Award-winning musician and philanthropist Jon Bon Jovi is honoring our veterans and their service with his new song, “Unbroken.” For the next 12 months, all proceeds from the song will go to the Patriotic Service Dog Foundation. Bon Jovi wrote the anthem for the new documentary, “To Be of Service,” about veterans who live with PTSD and the service animals who help them heal. Bon Jovi joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the musical project.
A possible breakthrough treatment for PTSD
60 Minutes Archives: Bill Whitaker reported about how a simple shot in the neck could put PTSD sufferers on the path to recovery
Veterans with PTSD travel to other countries to access psychedelics
60 Minutes joined U.S. veterans with PTSD on a week-long psychedelic retreat in Mexico. Nearly a year later, most of the vets said the experience with psilocybin was life-changing.
Veteran faces childhood trauma on psychedelic journey
Navy veteran Michael Giardina told Anderson Cooper he was able to "let go" of trauma from his childhood during a psychedelic experience.
A soldier seeks answers
Sgt. Tom Bates returned from repeated military deployments feeling depressed, even suicidal. Diagnosed with PTSD, Bates suspected something else was going on. Now, scans appear to confirm that Bates suffers the same degenerative brain condition as some concussed NFL players.
IEDs cause brain scarring
Scar tissue found in the brains of combat veterans who suffered from PTSD could mean that many cases of the disorder are caused by physical trauma
A soldier seeks answers
Sgt. Tom Bates returned from repeated military deployments feeling depressed, even suicidal. Diagnosed with PTSD, Bates suspected something else was going on. Now, scans appear to confirm that Bates suffers the same degenerative brain condition as some concussed NFL players.
Veteran Dakota Meyer tries new PTSD treatment
To treat his PTSD, the Medal of Honor recipient turns to an injection in his neck. "60 Minutes" first met Meyer in 2011.
Experimental treatment eases PTSD symptoms
Stellate ganglion block therapy has helped a number of soldiers deal with PTSD and now they're calling for it to be used more widely. Bill Whitaker reports, Sunday on 60 Minutes
How some military children living with veterans become family caregivers
Hundreds of thousands of veterans have been diagnosed with PTSD. The children living with injured veterans are stepping up to help these wounded warriors and their families.
Trump says he's signed bill to release Epstein files
President Trump said Wednesday he has signed a bill that requires the Justice Department to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days.
Judge questions prosecutor's handling of indictment in Comey case
A judge repeatedly questioned prosecutors about the validity of the indictment returned by a grand jury and its handling by interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan.
Epstein messages show effort to connect with former friend Bill Gates
"He wants to talk to you but his wife won't let him," an apparent adviser to Gates told Epstein.
Larry Summers takes leave from Harvard after release of Epstein emails
Larry Summers abruptly went on leave Wednesday from teaching at Harvard University over recently released emails showing he maintained a friendly relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Coast Guard admiral, DEA administrator defend strikes on alleged drug boats
The strikes have come amid a broader buildup of U.S. military forces in the Caribbean as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela.
House Dem charged with stealing FEMA money, using it for her campaign, DOJ says
Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida was indicted for allegedly stealing millions of dollars in federal emergency funds and routing some of it to her campaign account, the Justice Department said.
Trump to host Mamdani at White House on Friday, president says
President Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will have a meeting at the White House on Friday, the president said Wednesday in a post on Truth Social.
Botulism cases rise to 31 amid ongoing recall of ByHeart baby formula
The FDA said it received multiple reports that the baby formula is still being found on store shelves in multiple states.
House votes to repeal new law allowing $500K lawsuits from senators
House lawmakers moved quickly to repeal a provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over phone record seizures. It's unclear what the Senate will do.