Meet the kids taking care of wounded veteransMore than 2 million kids live with a disabled veteran at home. Calls are growing to extend more support to these ‘hidden helpers.'By Jennifer Brookland, The War Horse10 days ago
DOD commits $9.8 million to study psychedelics for active-duty troopsDuring one study, physicians at Walter Reed plan to give the psychedelic drug MDMA to active-duty soldiers with mild to moderate PTSD.By Noah Daly14 days ago
40% rise in mental health diagnoses among troops, report findsDiagnoses of PTSD and anxiety disorders nearly doubled between 2019 and 2023, according to a new Defense Health Agency report.By Riley Ceder3 months ago
Psychedelic therapy sparks clash between Colorado officials and vetsAmid psychedelic therapy's legalization in Colorado, veterans implored Colorado Springs officials not to pass treatment restrictions.3 months ago
VA awards $1.5 million to study using psychedelics for PTSD treatmentThe move is the first time Veterans Affairs leaders have funded a study into psychedelic benefits since the 1960s.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Combat tours don’t cause permanent readjustment issues for vets: StudyA 20-year study of more than 2,000 Swedish service members found no long-term obstacles to them finding work and succeeding after serving in war zones.By Leo Shane III7 months ago