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Suicide surges among soldiers not inherently tied to wars, study finds

Suicide rates among active duty soldiers do not broadly appear to increase during times of war, a recent study found.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

8 months ago

Veterans suicides drop to lowest rate since 2006

But veterans are still significantly more likely to die by suicide than their civilian peers.

By Leo Shane III

15 months ago

Service members and police are teaming up to stop suicide

The new suicide prevention program, called Operation Better Together, pairs police officers and service members for training.

By Harm Venhuizen

2 years ago

‘I sought help when I needed it’: Joint Chiefs vice chairman speaks out on mental health

Gen. John Hyten recalled seeking psychiatric help in a video posted Tuesday encouraging service members who are struggling to do the same.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

WeCare app part of Fort Benning commander’s plan to prevent suicides

Maj. Gen. Patrick Donahoe hopes that increased access to resources like TRADOC's WeCare app, combined with empathetic leadership, can prevent suicides at Fort Benning.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

New PBS documentary explores the history, problems of the VA system

A new PBS documentary goes delves into the inner workings of one of the most important but beleaguered bureaucracies in American society.

By Kyle Rempfer

6 years ago

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