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Flipping the script: Redefining how we look at Veteran suicide prevention
Suicide is preventable. There are options for Veterans facing challenges.
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Meeting the mental health care needs of Veterans
The need for mental health care for Veterans is expanding in South Texas.
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Take the time: Reduce your risk of suicide crisis
No one knows if or when a suicide crisis will strike. Don’t wait. Take the time now to be prepared in case one happens.
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Five coping strategies for Veterans and their loved ones after a suicide attempt
If you’re a Veteran who has attempted suicide or you’re supporting a Veteran in your life, VA offers resources to help.
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Having thoughts of suicide? A plan could save your life
VA has created a portfolio of free, private mental health apps. The latest, Safety Plan, helps manage thoughts of suicide and difficult feelings.
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From PTSD to PAWS
The PAWS program helps Veterans diagnosed with PTSD in a nontraditional therapeutic approach, from combat to canines.
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VA announces $10M in new funding opportunities for state, territory, and Tribal governments to help understand and prevent Veteran suicide
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced $10 million in new funding for eligible states, territories, and Tribal governments through cooperative agreements to better inform Veteran suicide prevention strategies.
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Suicide program highlights importance of diversity
“There is a richness of knowledge that comes from the diversity of our team whether that be age, gender, ethnicity or religious beliefs.”
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VA Leading the Way: Screening, treatment can improve the lives of Veterans with PTSD
Having PTSD can lead to a sense of isolation and hopelessness. But there is hope for Veterans.
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Veterans: Your suicide crisis doesn’t have to define your future
Be ready before a suicide crisis by learning about resources that are available. You don’t have to face it alone.
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Through 2027, Veterans no longer need to pay copays for their first three outpatient mental health care visits of each year
Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced that Veterans no longer need to pay copays for their first three outpatient mental health care and substance use disorder visits of each calendar year through 2027.
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How to talk and write about Veteran suicide prevention
If you create content for Veterans or their supporters, it’s important to know how to effectively talk about Veteran suicide and prevention.