In the spirit of Women’s History Month, it’s crucial to spotlight an issue that profoundly affects our veterans: substance abuse. Women have served in the American military for over a century, but their roles have significantly expanded in recent decades, increasing the need for specialized mental health services. Veterans embody a unique subset of the […]
Category: Veterans’ Treatment
Honoring Veterans: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Hope
Veterans Day is a time when our nation comes together to honor and express our gratitude to the brave individuals who have selflessly served our country. It is a day to reflect on the sacrifices they’ve made, the challenges they’ve faced, and the resilience they embody. However, it’s essential to recognize that many veterans carry […]
Benefits of Equine Therapy for Veterans
If you’re a veteran struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder (SUD), or anxiety you may have heard of equine therapy as a potential treatment option. This type of therapy involves working with horses to promote emotional and mental healing. Equine-assisted therapy has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly for individuals with […]
How To Find Help for Veterans Struggling With Substance Abuse
For veterans struggling with addiction, seeking comprehensive treatment options is essential for recovery. Many may wonder whether the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides addiction treatment coverage and if rehabilitation centers with VA affiliation exist. In this article, we’ll explore the available options, shed light on VA’s role in addiction treatment, and provide resources to […]
Understanding the Link Between Trauma and Addiction
Traumatic experiences, such as sexual abuse, emotional abuse, domestic violence, or other traumatic events, can significantly impact an individual’s mental health and well-being. Trauma can also lead to several long-term health effects when left untreated, including substance use disorder and addiction. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), trauma and substance use disorders […]
Veterans and Substance Abuse And Mental Health Statistics
There are countless soldiers who put their lives on the line every day to keep us and this country safe. Unfortunately, due to a variety of factors surrounding the military, veterans are at a much greater risk of developing mental health and substance abuse issues when compared to the general population. Primarily, this is due […]
Signs that Troops and Veterans are Struggling
Troops and veterans are often accustomed to hiding their pain from the rest of the world, from their peers and loved ones, even from themselves. They’re conditioned to put on a brave face amidst the most difficult of experiences. They’re taught to pretend that everything is fine, even when they’re in pain. Their work requires […]
Challenges Troops and Veterans Face
Each of us has unique challenges to face in coping with our addictions and mental health issues, and the same is true for troops and veterans. What are some of the challenges that troops and veterans must contend with when returning home and working to recover? Displacement A major challenge is how displaced troops and […]
Supporting Troops’ and Veterans’ Recovery
Addiction and mental health issues are debilitating for all of us, and we each face unique challenges in our struggles with them. For troops and veterans who have been in active duty, there are specific difficulties pertaining to their experience. How can we support them in their recovery? Patience One way we can support troops […]