One of the most sad realities in this country is the treatment of veterans. Veterans do not receive the top quality care they need. Many lapse into mental disorders and become victims to substance abuse. Better care is a must for them.
The article, “Substance abuse among veterans increasing as mental health issues go untreated, study finds” by Frank Miles illustrates this growing problem. The article states,
More U.S. military veterans are struggling with substance abuse and half of returning service members who need mental health treatment don’t seek out care, according to newly released data.
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