Topic: “Anger and Irritability”
Losses Led to Recovery
While serving in the prestigious 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army, Daniel turned to drugs and alcohol after the suicide of his best friend. Several years later, it was the death of another loved one that moved Daniel to regain control of his life.
July 07, 2021 | 4-minute read
PTSD, Problems with Drugs, Anger and IrritabilityA Military Family’s Story of Support
Hear stories from a Veteran’s family about how shared experiences helped them learn to support each other in seeking mental health treatment.
June 23, 2021 | 3-minute read
Anger and Irritability, Problems with Alcohol, PTSDHelp for Handling the Holidays
Be mindful of year-end holiday parties, outings, and traditions and the stress they may bring to your Veteran loved one.
December 07, 2020 | 3-minute read
Depression, Problems with Alcohol, Anger and IrritabilityVeteran’s Long-Buried Trauma Was Triggered on 9/11
Within weeks of returning home from Vietnam, Don got on with his civilian life, blocking out the trauma he experienced during the war. For more than 30 years, he buried his pain and anguish. Then came 9/11, and the memories it triggered forced Don to face his past.
September 21, 2020 | 4-minute read
Anger and Irritability, Depression, Trouble SleepingStay Safe and Connected
When physically distancing from others, it’s important to prevent social isolation from setting in. In fact, during these stressful times, it may be more important than ever to connect emotionally with others and practice various methods of self-care to support your mental health.
June 15, 2020 | 2-minute read
Anger and Irritability, Jobs and Employment, Family and Relationships, Trouble Sleeping, Nightmares, Stress and Anxiety“Don’t Give Up”
The continued support of her son has helped Agatha, a U.S. Army Veteran, address the anxiety she has faced since leaving military service.
April 23, 2020 | 4-minute read
Anger and Irritability, Family and Relationships, Transitioning From Service, Depression, Problems with AlcoholLiving With Chronic Pain
Marie faced chronic pain after serving in the U.S. Army and deploying to Iraq. Through group therapy at VA, she learned she wasn’t alone.
February 21, 2020 | 3-minute read
Anger and Irritability, PTSD, Trouble Sleeping, Depression, NightmaresHealing 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.
February 03, 2020 | 4-minute read
Anger and Irritability, Family and Relationships, Military Sexual TraumaMy Story, My Connection: Healing, Decades Later
Rick, a U.S. Army Veteran, finds support decades after serving in Vietnam.
October 11, 2018 | 2-minute read
Anger and Irritability, Family and RelationshipsAfter a Stranger Stepped In to Help, Ryan Discovered a New Path
Ryan, an Army Veteran, had been homeless for six months and was battling PTSD when a stranger took him in. He’s since earned two degrees and started a new career in massage therapy.
May 30, 2018 | 6-minute read
Anger and Irritability, HomelessnessA Vietnam Veteran Finds Strength in Group Therapy
Rick, a Vietnam War Veteran, buried the trauma of war for decades.
January 24, 2018 | 5-minute read
Anger and Irritability, PTSD