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Addressing Veterans’ Mental Health: An Overview

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Military personnel put their lives on the line for their country. Healthcare professionals need to have a clear understanding of the ways that military experiences and culture can affect the health and well-being of veterans. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) An estimated 7% of veterans are diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetimes.

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You Asked, We Answered; 12 Questions about Trauma-Informed-Care

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Trauma-related disorders typically form when there is a delay in seeking treatment or an individual has practiced forms of avoidance. Such invalidation is harmful to the traumatized individual. It’s important to note that trauma, both its causes and effects, does not look the same for everyone. This is why TIC is so crucial.