Topic: “Military Sexual Trauma”
Learn more and watch videos of Veterans sharing their experiences with military sexual trauma and what they did to get on a path to recovery.
When To Start Talking With a Veteran About Mental Health
For many Veterans, an open conversation about mental health with a loved one makes it easier to address mental health challenges in therapy.
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Family and Relationships, Trouble Sleeping, Feeling on Edge, Military Sexual TraumaTalking Helped Army National Guard Veteran Heal After MST
After years of silence, this National Guard Veteran found healing in giving voice to her experience of military sexual trauma.
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Military Sexual Trauma, Depression, Trouble Sleeping, Anger and IrritabilityLGBTQ+ Veterans Open Up About Hiding in Plain Sight
Veterans describe the difficulties of hiding their sexuality or gender identity while serving in the military and the freedom they found with mental health support.
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Coming Out to Your Health Care Provider, Problems with Alcohol, Military Sexual Trauma, Jobs and Employment, PTSDVeterans Connected by Experiences With Mental Health Care
This Mental Health Month, Veterans describe how mental health care changed their lives. Their feelings of hope and lightness are shared by many other Veterans.
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Suicide, Military Sexual Trauma, PTSD, Anger and Irritability, Problems with AlcoholProcessing the Pain after Military Sexual Trauma
Anna explains how analyzing her emotions with a counselor taught her to stop blaming herself for experiencing military sexual trauma (MST) while in the Air Force
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Military Sexual Trauma, Trouble Sleeping, Family and Relationships, PTSDEnduring Harassment, Confronting Pain and Finding Support: A Veteran’s Experience
Shirley, an Army and Navy Veteran, hid her experiences of sexual harassment and assault attempts for years. But after seeking treatment for a physical health concern, she also found mental health support that addressed painful memories and helped her find herself again.
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Military Sexual Trauma, Stress and Anxiety, Transitioning From Service, Trouble SleepingSupporting MST Survivors
These Veterans say finding their community of support allowed them to really start healing from the many ways MST affected their well-being.
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Military Sexual Trauma, Depression, Anger and IrritabilityWomen Helping Women
A new video from Make the Connection features four women Veterans who explain how group therapy with their sisters in arms led them to better mental health.
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Military Sexual Trauma, Suicide, PTSDInspiring Stories From Coast Guard Veterans
Hear the inspiring stories of four U.S. Coast Guard Veterans who found support to regain control of their lives.
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PTSD, Military Sexual Trauma, Bipolar DisorderGrace Is a Gift for Yourself
Forgiving doesn’t mean forgetting. It means letting go of the hurt and regaining your power — and it’s a form of self-care that can enhance your mental health.
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Military Sexual Trauma, PTSD, Family and RelationshipsConfronting the Aftermath of Military Sexual Trauma
Survivors of military sexual trauma can face a range of challenges, including substance misuse, feelings of depression, trouble sleeping, and more. But support for recovery is available.
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Military Sexual Trauma, Problems with Alcohol, Family and RelationshipsHealing Together
Honesty, openness, and a willingness to seek help: that’s what saved Vanessa’s marriage to Robert, a U.S. Navy Veteran who experienced the effects of military sexual trauma for more than 40 years.
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Anger and Irritability, Family and Relationships, Military Sexual TraumaWhen the Effects of Sexual Trauma Persist
Continue the national conversation about sexual assault and learn how to support those who have experienced trauma.
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Military Sexual TraumaStill Supporting Veterans, a Half Million Video Views Later
Military couple and Make the Connection participants Hector and Trista make a lasting impact on the lives of Veterans in Minnesota and beyond.
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PTSD, Family and Relationships, Military Sexual TraumaFour Stories That Will Inspire You This Mental Health Awareness Month
Servicemembers continue to inspire us after their military service. Read four inspiring stories of Veterans who overcame challenges such as PTSD and problems with drugs.
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PTSD, Problems with Drugs, Physical Injury, Military Sexual Trauma, Flashbacks, Transitioning From Service