African PTSD Relief

Reducing the Horrors Caused
by War and Violence

In the past 20 years, 18 African nations have been ravaged by war. Tens of millions of Africans have been victims of violence or witnessed horrific acts of terror—and now suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

PTSD is a hidden wound of war, crippling individuals and disallowing families, communities, and nations to emerge from the shadow of destruction.

Immediate funding needed.

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African PTSD Relief Project

OUR APPROACH:
HEAL THE ROOT CAUSES OF PTSD

Victims of violence and war often suffer unimaginable trauma for years, unable to find a remedy for their anguish. These experiences leave an indelible impression in the brain and lead to persistent flashbacks, inability to relate to others, constant fear, hyper-alertness, and frequent outbursts of anger. Those suffering from PTSD need a procedure that reverses this neurophysiological condition.

Transcendental Meditation (TM) is a simple, natural, effortless technique, easily learned by anyone—regardless of age, educational background, or walk of life. TM produces a unique and profound state of rest and relaxation, which eliminates stress and restores healthy, coherent brain functioning. The technique does not involve any religion, philosophy, or change in lifestyle.

Over 340 published research studies document TM’s ability to reduce stress-related disorders and promote mental and physical health. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) have funded over $26 million in research grants to study its effectiveness.

African PTSD Relief can help survivors of war reclaim their lives by overcoming the effects of traumatic stress and re-establishing a positive state of physical, emotional and social well-being.

To support African PTSD Relief, please donate today.

If you would like more information or to participate or partner in this project, contact David Shapiro at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Immediate Funding Needs

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Implementing the Transcendental Meditation program in Africa is extremely cost-effective. In the first year we plan to provide this solution to 5,000-10,000 Africans, with the ultimate goal of expandingthe project to instruct 1 million Africans over five years.

In partnership with the David Lynch Foundation, African PTSD Relief will work with top humanitarian organizations and NGOs to empower the victims of decades of war in Africa. By giving people the ability to overcome the traumatic stress and overwhelming suffering in their lives, they experience a rapid rise in health, happiness, and success.

Please donate generously so that together we can overcome the trauma of war, prevent further violence, and restore joy to the African continent.

OVERCOMING THE TRAUMA OF WAR IN AFRICA

“The problem is horrible, and the solution is simple, rapid, and effective.”
—Bill Duke, Actor & Director
African PTSD Relief Ambassador

Reduction in Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms in Congolese Refugees Practicing Transcendental Meditation

Journal of Traumatic Stress,
April 2013: Volume 26, Issue 2, pages 295–298.

PTSD    |   scientific research