In the article, Behind the Mask, it concentrates on the impact of a prevalent hidden injury known as post traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD). The military war veterans have been struggle with the psychological affects of war since they have returned. Melissa Walker is a therapist that designed a healing program for veterans suffering from PTSD. The experiment was first introduced at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Although many of the veteran participants were reluctant many were glad that they participated. Several who at first susceptible reported the beneficial effects of the mask painting therapy. This mask painting allowed the veterans to express themselves outwardly so that they could look at how they felt on
