PTSD

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is an anxiety disorder diagnosed when an individual undergoes a trauma that greatly disrupts their brain's chemistry, creating changes in their behavior, mood, stress levels, and physical symptoms. PTSD is treatable and mental health services can provide help for those in need. Learn about PTSD and how this mental health disorder affects individuals differently.
Mental Health

Substance Abuse Significantly Increases Suicide Risk Among Veterans

The study, which was recently published in the journal Addiction, involved 4.4 million veterans and was conducted over a period of six years.
Mental Health

The Link Between PTSD and Addiction

Many Americans who suffer from PTSD use alcohol or drugs to numb their emotional pain, leading to addiction. Learn about options for treating both conditions.
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