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Suicide risk for veterans could grow as coronavirus crisis winds down
Mental health experts warn that feelings of depression and anxiety will likely outlast the immediate isolation of the pandemic.
Report: Pregnant spouses of deployed service members at higher risk of depression
U.S. studies on military spouses across all branches of the military show greater incidence of depression and other problems.
By Natalie Gross
Confronting depression, anxiety, Navy moms with new babies get help in Norfolk
Read about one of many local support groups to which the nonprofit Postpartum Support Virginia connects women struggling with postpartum depression and other perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. The
By Katherine Hafner, The Virginian-Pilot via the AP
Veterans are cutting back on smoking and drinking, but they still face significant health risks
An updated study found increased risk of cancer and mental health issues among veterans.
Veterans are not broken
There is a myth that veterans are broken. That war has somehow destroyed the mind, body, and soul.
By John Fannin, American Grit
Studies show shortfalls in veterans' mental health care needs
A pair of studies released this week say more research and mental health care is needed to ensure veterans are receiving adequate assistance after leaving the ranks.
Kevlar for the Mind: Dealing with loss during the holidays
There's no 'right answer' for facing grief when others are in the mood to celebrate. Our expert has some guidance.
By Bret A. Moore
McCain threatens new defense nominations hold over Army waiver changes
The Senate Armed Services Committee chairman is unhappy with how the service handled new rules for would-be recruits.
DoD needs better suicide prevention, study finds
Service members at risk of suicide not getting the help they need, report finds.
By Mackenzie Wolf