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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. Unfortunately, once they’ve left the service, they do not always receive the care they need or deserve. 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.

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Breaking Barriers from Within

Social Work Blog

Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies. Lorrie’s post-graduate experiences span over 40 years. You can reach Lorrie at lorrieappleton@gmail.com

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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

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1 Although PTSD has commonly been associated with the military and veteran populations, it affects people of all ages, communities, gender, and social economic background. This event is open to the public and intended for behavioral health/healthcare providers who treat military personnel, veterans, and their families. Prepared by.

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How to Create a Veterans Suicide Prevention Program

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The need for veterans suicide prevention programs Transitioning from military to civilian life brings about various stressors for veterans. Solid Start This program provides outreach support to veterans who have recently separated from military service. Shockingly, suicide rates among U.S. veterans are 1.5

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NASW Member Voices: In Search of Transgenerational Office Space

Social Work Blog

Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies. Lorrie’s post-graduate experiences span over 40 years.

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Member Voices: Intergenerational Gaffes or What Goes Around Comes Around?

Social Work Blog

Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies. Lorrie’s post-graduate experiences span over 40 years. You can reach Lorrie at lorrieappleton@gmail.com.

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NASW Member Voices: Eclectics, Rise Up!

Social Work Blog

Lorrie has practiced in a variety of settings including private practice, non-profit, inpatient psychiatric, military behavioral health, schools, corporations, and human service agencies. Lorrie’s post-graduate experiences span over 40 years. You can reach Lorrie at lorrieappleton@gmail.com

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