Veterans’ Mental Health and the Stigma of OTH Discharge

The valor of serving one’s country often comes at a steep price. While physical injuries may heal, mental scars can linger, unseen and misunderstood. For veterans discharged under less-than-honorable circumstances—such as those with an Other Than Honorable (OTH) discharge—the battle doesn’t end upon leaving the military; it morphs into a different kind of struggle, one…

Addressing the Shadows of War: The Neglect of Veterans with PTSD

The wounds of war are not always visible. Beyond the physical scars lie the equally debilitating mental traumas that countless veterans grapple with daily. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a prevalent but frequently misunderstood condition that affects veterans. Despite their service, the very systems put in place to support them, like the Veterans Administration Hospital…

Paws for Peace: The Transformative Power of Service Dogs in Anxiety Treatment for Veterans

For many veterans returning home from service, the battle doesn’t end when they touch down on home soil. The echoes of conflict often reverberate long after, manifesting as anxiety—a relentless adversary in an all-too-familiar war. Yet help can come on four paws with a wagging tail. Service dogs are increasingly recognized for their profound impact…

Unseen Battles: Understanding Anxiety Among Veterans with OTH Discharges

Anxiety doesn’t hit pause when a uniform is stored away, particularly for those military veterans exiting the service with an Other Than Honorable (OTH) discharge. This blog post illuminates the struggles entwined with this discharge status and explores avenues for support and recovery. The Isolation After Service My departure from the armed forces was an…