Having thoughts of suicide? A plan could save your life
(Source – news.va.gov) Knowing resources are available and where to find them can be critical for the suicide prevention of
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PTSD
Five virtual resources to explore on PTSD Screening Day
June 27 is PTSD Screening Day. VA encourages Veterans to get screened for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) any time they
Read MoreVA Leading the Way: Screening, treatment can improve the lives of Veterans with PTSD
(Source – news.va.gov) Since 2014, VA has sponsored PTSD Awareness Month to educate the public on the mental health condition
Read MoreAs the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence
(By Will Stone for NPR) In a matter of months, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to decide whether
Read MoreWomen Veterans: Suicide is preventable and support is available
(Source – news.va.gov) Suicide has no single cause and no one approach can end it, but prevention is possible, especially
Read MoreInnovative clinic treats PTSD with acupuncture
(Source – news.va.gov) When it comes to the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture, all that’s old is new again. Acupuncture,
Read MoreHelp for Veterans facing thoughts of suicide
(Source – news.va.gov) Transition can be incredibly stressful, and some Veterans find themselves facing thoughts of suicide. Life is full
Read MoreSix ways anyone can start the conversation about suicide with a Veteran
(Source – news.va.gov) The idea of having a conversation about suicide can fill people with dread. It’s not just because
Read MoreInnovative program focuses on homeless trauma
(Source – news.va.gov) There is one thing every homeless Veteran has in common: the experience of trauma. Sensitive to the
Read MorePTSD resources for active duty, National Guard and Reserve
(Source – news.va.gov) In this episode of the PTSD Bytes podcast, host Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport discusses the unique challenges faced
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