Battle fatigue, or "combat stress reaction (CSR)," includes a range of behaviors resulting from the stress of battle that decrease the combatant's fighting efficiency. The most common symptoms are fatigue, slower reaction times, indecision, disconnection from one's surroundings, and inability to prioritize.

Treatment of CSR is very simple and focuses on human interaction to restore a person's coping skills. As Christians, we can also suffer from battle fatigue, and like a solider in the military, we need quick, focused contact with our brothers and sisters in Christ. In short, we need some dedicated, intentional encouragement.  Are you there to be encouraging when your battle buddies are feeling worn down or shocked? I liked Paul's words in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-4, and we should give words like this to others:

"We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention of you in our prayers;  constantly bearing in mind your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope [n our Lord Jesus Christ in the presence of our God and Father, knowing, brethren beloved by God, His choice of you."

Beautiful, simple; refreshing!