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VA has a variety of mental health resources, information, treatment options and more — all accessible to Veterans, Veterans’ supporters and the general public. Explore the pages below to learn more about a specific mental health topic or to find information specifically tailored to your needs. You can also visit the Get Help page to explore

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Veteran Suicide Data and Reporting

WebAs part of the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report release, 2021 state-level suicide findings are now available. The state data sheets are a …

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

WebIn 2010, Veterans accounted for 16.5 percent of all deaths by suicide and represented 9.6 percent of the U.S. adult population. The burden of suicide resulting from firearm injuries …

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Overview U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Mental …

WebIn 2010, Veterans accounted for 16.5 percent of all deaths by suicide and represented 9.6 percent of the U.S. adult population. The burden of suicide resulting from firearm injuries …

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Emergent Mental Health Care for Former Service Members

Web3 A. A full-array of mental health services, including follow-up outpatient, residential, and inpatient mental health and substance use disorder services, may be provided for up to …

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Ways Veterans Differ from the General Population

WebOverview. Veterans die by suicide at a higher rate than non-Veterans. In 2020, the age- and sex-adjusted suicide rate among Veterans was 57.3% higher than the age- and sex …

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From Science to Practice: Promoting the Whole Health for Life …

WebThe Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has adopted a whole health approach to provide Veterans with patient-centered, personalized, and proactive health …

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Priorities & Policies VA Mental Health

WebPriorities. In September 2022, the VA Under Secretary for Health announced VA’s latest health care priorities for the next few years. All of VA’s priorities are focused …

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VA Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Guidebook

WebSix of the 20 were users of VA health services in 2013 or 2014. Veterans accounted for 18 percent of all deaths by suicide among U.S. adults, while Veterans constituted 8.5 …

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Get Help: Find Local Care

WebCommunity-based Vet Centers provide confidential counseling, community engagement and referral services to eligible individuals and their families. You don’t …

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Ready-To-Use VA Mental Health Materials Spread the Word

WebShare our readymade materials to educate Veterans about the mental health resources and support available from VA. These materials are designed to build …

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Evidence-Based Treatment

WebEvidence-based therapies (EBTs) have been shown to improve a variety of mental health conditions and overall well-being. These treatments are tailored to each …

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2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report

Web2 Contents Introduction 5 Anchors of Hope 5 A Call to Action for Each of You 6 Reviewing Veteran Suicide Within the Context of 2021 6 Key Findings 8 Need for a Whole-of-Nation …

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Suicide Prevention

WebFind support anytime day or night. To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night: Dial 988 then Press 1. Start a confidential chat. Text …

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Talking With a Veteran in Crisis Handout

WebIf the Veteran has taken pills or harmed himself or herself in some way, call 911. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, use the online chat, or text to 838255. …

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Data & Reporting Veteran Mental Health Statistics

WebData Drives VA Forward. VA is committed to advancing health research and providing care that meets the needs of our nation’s Veterans — and data is critical to …

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Guide to VA Mental Health Services for Veterans & Families

WebThe Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Afairs responders through a confidential toll …

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Get Help: Learn About Treatment

WebYou can access mental health support wherever you are, whenever you need it. VA’s mental health apps can help you manage PTSD-related symptoms and …

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2021 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report

WebThe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ 2021 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows the overall Veteran suicide count and rate decreased in 2019 from 2018 …

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Specific Phobias

WebSpecific Phobias. As the name suggests, a pers n w th Specific Phobia experiences intense fear in response to an object or situation. For example, fear of blood or needles, fear of …

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