I have another concern which, I know, has nothing to do with your system. I'd like to know what needs to be done to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder. Ms. Brillon and Mr. Guay, who appeared before the committee, told us that this was possible. I am sure you've met them, they have patients who are in the military and also patients at Ste. Anne's Hospital.
I find it regretable that Ms. LeBeau came and told us that National Defence will give our young troops a three and a half-hour training course on post-traumatic stress disorders before they leave for Afghanistan in August. These young people don't even know the disorder exists.
And yet, his booklist the various symptoms, so people can self-diagnose and realize they might have a problem. Why isn't this being taught, why isn't there more training given at National Defence? Is anyone putting pressure on you to do this? One of you said earlier that the faster someone is treated, the better their chance of success. So it follows that victims of PTSD should be treated on the front line, in the theatre.