03-11-2022, 08:35 PM
VHA-enrolled veterans diagnosed with substance use disorders (SUD) had higher rates of suicide than
those with depression or PTSD according to the 2020 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
at https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/docs/dat...20-508.pdf. Spreading awareness and reducing the stigma related to SUD is
important in addressing and eliminating veteran suicide. Resources are available for anyone who needs help
and can be instrumental in preventing someone from reaching the crisis point. VA’s SUD Program offers
specific treatment programs in many states. Refer to https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/sud.asp to find a
location near you. However, VA is dedicated to providing access for all veterans and areas without the
program still offer SUD treatment. For any veteran in crisis, you are not alone. The Veterans Crisis Line is
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone (1.800.273.8255, press 1), text (838255), or online chat
by visiting VeteransCrisisLine.net.
those with depression or PTSD according to the 2020 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
at https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/docs/dat...20-508.pdf. Spreading awareness and reducing the stigma related to SUD is
important in addressing and eliminating veteran suicide. Resources are available for anyone who needs help
and can be instrumental in preventing someone from reaching the crisis point. VA’s SUD Program offers
specific treatment programs in many states. Refer to https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/sud.asp to find a
location near you. However, VA is dedicated to providing access for all veterans and areas without the
program still offer SUD treatment. For any veteran in crisis, you are not alone. The Veterans Crisis Line is
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone (1.800.273.8255, press 1), text (838255), or online chat
by visiting VeteransCrisisLine.net.