From Baghdad to America / Kopelman, Jay

American soldier Jay Kopelman tells his story about saving an abandoned dog named Lava in Iraq that he had shipped back to America after his discharge. Chronicles the difficulties he experienced in life after combat and depicts his and Lava's recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder. Includes black and white photos, information and statistics about dealing with PTSD, and resources for veterans and their families.

Lt. Cornel Jay Kopelman describes his experiences after returning to the United States with his dog Lava--who was rescued from an abandoned house in Fallujah, Iraq--and details how Lava suffered symptoms comparable to post-traumatic stress disorder, which led Kopelman to recognize his own issues.