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Suicide is preventable and everyone can be part of the solution. Check-in on Veterans in your life and help spread the word about resources for Veterans at www.VA.gov/REACH. #SPM24 #VetsReachOut #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #VeteransCrisisLine

#Thankyou for highlighting this one, these are truly horrifying statistics. Despite living in so-called #civilised times, the majority of developed nations still require a segment of their population to serve in the #military. These brave individuals are trained to fight and are expected to do so whenever and wherever it is deemed necessary, to protect their country's interests and way of life. The brutal reality of war means many will die, and even more will return burdened with profound #physical and #mental trauma. #War is never pretty, yet it seems many of us are becoming increasingly #desensitised to the suffering it causes, perhaps due to the constant stream of human misery broadcast into our homes twenty four hours a day. Unfortunately, unlike television viewers who can switch off the news, many war veterans cannot escape the haunting memories that replay in their minds. For those who survive combat, the battle with #PTSD upon returning home can be just as #devastating as the war itself—a battle that as shown by these statistics too many are still tragically losing. If we, as a society, are prepared to train people to fight and die in distant lands, we must not abandon them when they return. Just as we invest in preparing them for war, we should invest even more in helping them #heal. Offering genuine #compassion, #kindness, #empathy, and #support to all veterans is crucial. Rather than simply "Thanking them for their service" and moving on, we need to #listen to their #needs and #feelings. A vital next step towards change is encouraging politicians to properly fund #mental health services for #veterans (some are now proposing this could even be funded through additional taxation on large defence firms and weapons manufacturers). Only by addressing these issues can we hope to help #veterans lead fuller, happier lives. PTSD Foundation Of America PTSD UK Mind Samaritans, Inc. Veterans Helping Veterans Mental Health Foundation Veterans Aid Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service Veterans Benefits The American College Center for Military and Veterans Affairs

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🎖️ *Five More Minutes PSA: Veterans Crisis Prevention* 🎖️ Today, we’re sharing *Five More Minutes,* a powerful PSA focused on veterans’ crisis prevention. In these brief but impactful moments, *Five More Minutes* honors the courage of our veterans while shedding light on the critical importance of supporting them when they need it most. This PSA is a call to action, reminding us all that sometimes, a few extra moments of connection, understanding, and support can make a life-changing difference. Let’s take this opportunity to reflect on what we can do to support our veterans and help prevent crises within our veteran community. 🇺🇸 Watch, share, and let’s be part of a movement to honor our heroes in meaningful ways. 🎥💙 #FiveMoreMinutes #VeteransCrisisPrevention #HonoringOurHeroes #SupportOurVeterans #ThankYouVeterans

This Suicide Prevention Month, learn about the VA/SAMHSA Governor’s and Mayor’s Challenges to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families. Learn more about the Challenge’s objectives, participating states, territories, and communities, and more! https://bit.ly/3uBMr21

Did you know there is a Veterans Crisis Line set up through the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline? If you, or a fellow veteran, needs to talk, follow the instructions below.

Day 2 #22kill 22 PUSHUPS FOR 22 DAYS Day 2… I nominate Kris Kopsaftis Today is day 2 of my 22 day push-up challenge, we had my little pup join us on the challenge as well. I was nominated by Kevin Chiaravalloti to do 22 push-ups a day for 22 days to raise awareness for combat veterans/1st responders. There are 22 veterans a day that are committing suicide, and this is a small way to raise awareness for that issue, and honor them. Once you are nominated your 22 days start the following day. Every day you record yourself doing 22 push-ups. Try your best to reach 22. This is a simple and fun way to get the word out about a matter that more people need to be aware about. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. #22kill #VeteransAwareness #22Pushups #mentalhealth

💪 Suicide Prevention: Let’s Face the Fight Together 💪 Since 2001, over 125,000 veterans have died by suicide. Veteran suicide rates are 71.8% higher than those of non-veteran adults. The reasons behind this are complex - financial struggles, challenges with employment, isolation, and difficulty transitioning to civilian life. While many veterans thrive after service, far too many still face invisible wounds. A core military value is that no one is left behind, and this fight is no different 🇺🇸 Learn More 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eNwnCDwW #GotYour6 #neverforget

Ignoring Surveillance Complaints Can Lead to Devastating Consequences When complaints of surveillance and harassment go uninvestigated, the impact on individuals' mental health and well-being can be severe. These issues often exacerbate already fragile conditions, leaving victims feeling isolated, unheard, and vulnerable. Taking such reports seriously is not just a matter of security—it's a matter of care and prevention. We must act before it's too late. How can we ensure these concerns are properly addressed? #SurveillanceAwareness #ProfessionalEmpowerment #holisticmentalhealth #harassmentcase #tscm