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Dave Hanson wants you to get the help you need. Do it now for PTSD Awareness Day.

How a Vietnam Veteran overcame PTSD and survivor’s guilt

Posted on Thursday, June 27, 2019 2:00 pmJune 27, 2019 Posted in Guest Posts, Mental Health, Top Stories by VAntage Point Contributor 9k views

Air Force and Vietnam War Veteran Dave Hanson came home to flashbacks, nightmares, and more. Here, he …

Veterans at Taylor Swift Concert

Veterans, service members find stress relief through community concerts and events

Posted on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 8:01 amApril 17, 2019 Posted in Vets Experience by Tim Hudak 104k views

While cheering crowds, roaring music and shaking stadiums may not sound like an ideal environment for those …

Boosting Veterans’ happiness through physical therapy.

Improving Veterans’ mental health through physical therapy

Posted on Monday, April 30, 2018 4:13 pmApril 30, 2018 Posted in VA Careers by VA Careers 921 views

Exercise and physical activity are essential to both a healthy body and mind. Just ask Kerry Schofield, a …

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A little can go a long way in suicide prevention

Posted on Friday, September 9, 2016 5:00 pmSeptember 15, 2016 Posted in VA Careers by dan green 94 views

For too many Veterans and service members suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental …

Trojan warriors locked in battle against Achaens

Battle In Their Hearts

Posted on Thursday, November 11, 2010 2:31 amJanuary 30, 2017 Posted in Top Stories by vacohortoa 90 views

Recognizing the signs of PTS and PTSD could save a life in crisis.