Substance use disorders are incredibly common in veterans. This is especially true for veterans who are struggling to return to civilian life and/or struggling with mental health disorders, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Using drugs and alcohol to avoid...
A new report from the United States Department of Defense (DoD) indicates that thousands of military personnel and their families may not have access to proper mental health care. After an internal audit spearheaded by the DoD Inspector General, it’s clear that...
If you are a veteran who struggles with an addiction to drugs or alcohol, you might be looking for guidance on the different types of treatment that could help you. Some treatment facilities offer both outpatient treatment as well as an inpatient program. But which is...
In the United States, there are millions of veterans who return home with service-related injuries. Unfortunately, the risk of addiction to prescription drugs in veterans with these impairments has been on the rise. Here’s what service members need to know about the...