The Veteran Mental Health Crisis: PTSD, Addiction & Suicide Awareness

Many veterans continue to fight battles long after returning home. By raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging open conversations, we can help connect more veterans with the support they deserve.

After doing my own independent research, specifically on the men in service, I am extremely unsettled by the staggering numbers of mentally wounded warriors. I would love to have an open conversation with veterans/family members of veterans to find helpful ways to be more involved. Contact me through DMs on my instagram below. 
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If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health challenges, substance abuse, or thoughts of suicide, please seek immediate support from a qualified professional or crisis resource.

Veteran Resources:

Crisis Hotline: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

PTSD: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/

Substance Abuse: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/index.asp

MST Support: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/msthome/index.asp

Organizations:

Wounded Warrior Project 

Offers mental wellness programs, peer support, family support, PTSD and transition resources.

Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB)

Focuses on community connection, physical wellness veteran engagement, reducing isolation.

The Mission Continues

Helps veterans find purpose through community service, build social support networks, improve mental well-being through connection.

Give an Hour

Provides mental health support and connects veterans with providers and wellness resources.