suicide

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense are hosting a biannual conference that will address military and Veteran suicide.

Memories of morally injurious events that are incompatible with Veterans’ views of who they are and what they stand for may cause intense feelings of guilt, shame and rage.

HARLINGEN, Texas — Veterans enrolled in the VA health care system […]

Results of a study using the Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS) for detecting gambling disorder among Veterans seeking mental health treatment services.

Marine Veteran Randy Elston attempted suicide because he felt there was no hope. After treatment at VA’s San Diego Aspire Center, his life has the promise of a successful future for him and his family.

To what extent does loneliness contribute to depression in Veterans? A VA-funded study has addressed that relatively unexplored question.

While group therapy sessions for those with issues like PTSD or anger are commonplace at VA hospitals, clinics, and Vet Centers, a research team at the Bronx VA is doing relatively pioneering work by running a group for suicidal Veterans.

According to psychologist Michael Terman, as many as 60 million […]

What can a couple of Vietnam Vets do to help combat the high rate of Veteran suicide? Turns out, quite a bit. Straight Scoop for Vets and Friends raises public awareness, provides training and links Veterans to services throughout the state of New Mexico.

We all want to reach millions with our story, but that's only so we can trust we reach the one that needs to hear it.

Responders stand ready 24/7, every day of the year, serving Veterans as their family – because trauma doesn’t take a holiday.

The holidays can be stressful and isolating for Veterans. VA counselors are available via phone or chat room. If you need help, it's here.