New Survey: Wounded Veterans Still Struggle to Access Mental Health Support

Despite already receiving benefits for other injuries, many Veterans working with the Wounded Warrior Project aren’t sure where to access mental health services to help with issues like depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts, according to a new survey by the organization.

Nearly 88 percent of the individuals who took part in the advocacy group’s annual survey have used Veterans Affairs health care in the past, and 77 percent of the group have a disability rating of 70 percent or more, making them eligible for a host of Veterans Affairs assistance.

Read more: https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2022/02/22/wounded-veterans-struggle-to-access-mental-health-support-survey/