Mental Health

You have questions about the Veterans Crisis Line; we have answers. You are not alone and the Veterans Crisis Line is here to support you.

Through VOICES events, Veterans come together in public spaces to enjoy, support and connect with one another.

In this episode of PTSD Bytes, we learn about EMDR for PTSD from licensed clinical social worker and certified EMDR-therapist Marianne Silva.

The Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program (SSG Fox SPGP) focuses on reducing Veteran suicide through community-based prevention.

Helping Veterans, service members, and their families have better storage practices, gun locks, to help make their homes safe and save lives

Clinical psychologist Pearl McGee-Vincent discusses cognitive processing therapy with Dr. Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, National Center for PTSD.

As Vietnam War Veterans Day approaches March 29, an era Medal of Honor recipient said Veterans should participate in events. Barney Barnum is a retired Marine Corps colonel who served two tours in Vietnam. He said Vietnam War Veterans Day is an opportunity for Vietnam Veterans to show pride in their service. He also said the day is a chance for the public to thank Vietnam Veterans.

In this episode of PTSD Bytes, Dr. Carmen McLean talks about prolonged exposure and the mobile app “PE Coach.”

When armed conflict arises, Veterans can experience a range of emotions. VA can help Veterans manage their responses to events in Ukraine.

Veterans can view the #VetResources Check-In video series with information to support mental health, resiliency, and coping strategies.

Suicide loss touches many including providers. Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program provides postvention support on healing journey.

Dr. Abigail Angkaw, San Diego VA, talks about evidence-based treatment for PTSD that reduces symptoms, in the latest PTSD Bytes episode.