Hurdles Remain to Helping Veterans

Hurdles remain to helping veterans

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Susan Angell, who oversees VA's homeless efforts, says having a safe and stable place to live improves veterans' ability to participate in treatment programs and other efforts intended to address the root causes of their problems such as substance …
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New Program Will Help Accused Veterans Suffering from Substance Abuse

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Kentucky veterans suffering from substance abuse who are charged with crimes will soon be able to enter a treatment program through a new statewide partnership. The Veterans Treatment Court is starting in Louisville. It's a partnership by the statewide …
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Can therapy help with other problems [besides posttraumatic stress disorder]? – Many people with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) also struggle with other problems, like depression or alcohol or drug abuse. If you get treatment for PTSD, you can also get relief from those other issues. Learn more about the treatment of PTSD at www.ptsd.va.gov