• Hiking boot. Legs on mountain trail during trekking in forest. Leather ankle shoes

    Therapeutic Hobbies for Veterans to Reduce Stress

    778 words|3.9 min read|

    Stress is an aspect of life with which most people are well-acquainted, especially those who have served in the armed forces. Juggling the obligations of [...]

  • Prescription Drug Abuse Among Veterans: Understanding the Epidemic

    540 words|2.7 min read|

    Prescription drug abuse among veterans is a significant public health concern. As veterans return from deployment or military service, they often face unique challenges [...]

  • Suffering in Silence: The Battle Against Substance Use Withdrawal in Veterans

    579 words|2.9 min read|

    Beneath the surface of veterans’ courage and sacrifice lies a silent struggle that many face: addiction. While substance abuse can affect anyone, veterans are [...]

  • Sitting alone in his living room, the retired mature adult soldier deals with difficult memories.

    The Implications of PTSD In Midlife Years

    715 words|3.6 min read|

    Anyone can battle any kind of mental illness at any stage in life – mental illnesses, including substance use disorders, do not discriminate and [...]

  • Back view of a courageous young soldier walking towards his house with his luggage. American serviceman coming back home after serving his country in the military.

    Adjusting to Civilian Life After the Military

    784 words|3.9 min read|

    Every year about 200,000 people leave military duty and transition to civilian life. While it might seem as simple as leaving one career field [...]