Mental Health: Articles

For many years, individuals with disabilities have been using sports as a therapeutic tool and a means of recovery.

The Military Family Readiness System supports every service member and family member, regardless of activation status or location, in person, by phone and online.

Learn how counseling can help children and youth manage military life challenges.

Resources are available for those whose loved one died by suicide. This article provides important steps to take, as well as resources for support and connection with others who have been down this difficult path.

Service members put their lives on the line to protect our country. Let’s help protect their mental and physical well-being.

If anxiety and fears are taking over your or a loved one’s life after experiencing a traumatic event, you may want to consider professional help.

Tough times can throw things out of whack. If you feel in over your head and want to reclaim control, talking it out can really help. Reach out anytime to get started.

Getting help for a psychological issue is a sign of strength. Speaking up can be a sign of good judgment, responsible behavior and a commitment to performance.

An independent study confirms Military OneSource counseling and Military and Family Life Counseling reduce stress, bolster relationships and help improve performance at work and home.

Combat stress, also known as battle fatigue, is a common response to the mental and emotional strain when confronted with dangerous and traumatic situations.

Military-connected children and teens learn flexibility, adaptability and resiliency. Military and family life counselors can help them apply those strengths to current life situations.

Suicide prevention is a serious issue for service members and their loved ones. Stress that never seems to let up can affect anyone, and some service members may be at greater risk for suicide than others.

A range of mental health services are available to service members through the War Department.

Self-injury is deliberate harm inflicted on a person's own body. It may include cutting or burning the skin, preventing wounds from healing, slamming fists or other parts of the body against hard objects or pulling out hair.