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Ready-To-Use VA Mental Health Materials

Share our readymade materials to educate Veterans about the mental health resources and support available from VA. These materials are designed to build awareness of the mental health challenges that Veterans may face — and the many treatment options available. Download materials for seasonal observances, social media posts for various mental health topics, and general information to share on your website and at outreach events.

Seasonal Observances

Download materials for upcoming observances. Please note which month each post is designated for. This section will be updated every two months.

Alcohol Awareness Month (April)

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April is Alcohol Awareness Month. It's important to recognize the signs of unhealthy alcohol use, which can include an increased urge to drink, an inability to stop drinking, and an increased tolerance. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/index.asp

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April is Alcohol Awareness Month. It's important to recognize the signs of unhealthy alcohol use, which can include an increased urge to drink, an inability to stop drinking, and an increased tolerance. Learn more from VA: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/index.asp

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April is Alcohol Awareness Month. It's important to recognize the signs of unhealthy alcohol use, which can include an increased urge to drink, an inability to stop drinking, and an increased tolerance. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov

Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (April)

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Each Veteran's journey of healing from military sexual trauma looks different. That's why VA offers free, individualized care to support survivors. Start today: MentalHealth.va.gov/MST

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Each Veteran's journey of healing from military sexual trauma looks different. That's why VA offers free, individualized care to support survivors. Start today: MentalHealth.va.gov/MST

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Each Veteran's journey of healing from military sexual trauma looks different. That's why VA offers free, individualized care to support survivors. Start today: MentalHealth.va.gov/MST

Mental Health Awareness Month (May)

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May is Mental Health Month  Be inspired by Veterans who are living full lives after seeking treatment for their mental health challenges.   Find resources: MakeTheConnection.net/MHM

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May is Mental Health Month  Be inspired by Veterans who are living full lives after seeking treatment for their mental health challenges.   Find resources: MakeTheConnection.net/MHM

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May is Mental Health Month  Be inspired by Veterans who are living full lives after seeking treatment for their mental health challenges.   Find resources: MakeTheConnection.net/MHM

Social Media Content

Download post copy and graphics to use on your social media accounts. Graphics formatted for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are available. New content is added every month.

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Find Support

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Equipping yourself with the knowledge, coping skills and social support needed to transition out of the military will help you with the uncertainties post-service may bring. Find support from VA: MentalHealth.va.gov/transitioning-service/index.asp

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Equipping yourself with the knowledge, coping skills and social support needed to transition out of the military will help you with the uncertainties post-service may bring. Find support from VA: MentalHealth.va.gov/transitioning-service/index.asp

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Equipping yourself with the knowledge, coping skills and social support needed to transition out of the military will help you with the uncertainties post-service may bring. Find support from VA: MentalHealth.va.gov/

Access Care

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Compliment your care with mental health apps. These resources can help you manage mental health conditions and stress, plus learn to practice mindfulness. Access VA care: MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp

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Compliment your care with mental health apps. These resources can help you manage mental health conditions and stress, plus learn to practice mindfulness. Access VA care: MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp

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Compliment your care with mental health apps. These resources can help you manage mental health conditions and stress, plus learn to practice mindfulness. Access VA care: MentalHealth.va. gov/

PTSD

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Prolonged exposure is an evidence-based therapy that helps Veterans experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to gradually approach and address traumatic memories, feelings and situations.  Learn more about PTSD treatment: MentalHealth.va.gov/ptsd/treatment.asp

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Prolonged exposure is an evidence-based therapy that helps Veterans experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to gradually approach and address traumatic memories, feelings and situations.  Learn more about PTSD treatment: MentalHealth.va.gov/ptsd/treatment.asp

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Prolonged exposure is an evidence-based therapy that helps Veterans experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to gradually approach and address traumatic memories, feelings and situations.  Learn more about PTSD treatment: MentalHealth.va.gov/

Substance Use Disorder

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If you're concerned about your substance use, contact your local VA health care provider. https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local-care.asp

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If you're concerned about your substance use, contact your local VA health care provider. https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local-care.asp

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If you're concerned about your substance use, contact your local VA health care provider. MentalHealth.va.gov/

Older Veterans

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VA provides a range of mental health programs and resources for Veterans of all ages, including some that focus on the needs of older Veterans: mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/index.asp

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VA provides a range of mental health programs and resources for Veterans of all ages, including some that focus on the needs of older Veterans: mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/index.asp

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VA provides a range of mental health programs and resources for Veterans of all ages, including some that focus on the needs of older Veterans: mentalhealth.va.gov

Traumatic Brain Injury

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If you've experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI), VA offers treatment options that can help treat the effects of TBI. Explore what resources VA offers: MentalHealth.va.gov/tbi/treatment.asp

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If you've experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI), VA offers treatment options that can help treat the effects of TBI. Explore what VA resources offers: MentalHealth.va.gov/tbi/treatment.asp

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If you've experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI), VA offers treatment options that can help treat the effects of TBI. Explore what VA resources offers: MentalHealth.va.gov/

Substance Use Disorder

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If you're a Veteran who takes opioid medications or uses opioids recreationally, you should have naloxone on hand to help prevent a death from overdose. Talk with your VA provider about getting a prescription for free. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/overdose.asp

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If you're a Veteran who takes opioid medications or uses opioids recreationally, you should have naloxone on hand to help prevent a death from overdose. Talk with your VA provider about getting a prescription for free. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/overdose.asp

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If you're a Veteran who takes opioid medications or uses opioids recreationally, you should have naloxone on hand to help prevent a death from overdose. Talk with your VA provider about getting a prescription for free. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov/

Depression

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Depression can affect anyone. The signs and symptoms may be hard to notice at first, so it's important to be aware of your thoughts, moods and behaviors and note if they start to change. VA has resources to help: MentalHealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp

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Depression can affect anyone. The signs and symptoms may be hard to notice at first, so it's important to be aware of your thoughts, moods and behaviors and note if they start to change. VA has resources to help: MentalHealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp

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Depression can affect anyone. The signs and symptoms may be hard to notice at first, so it's important to be aware of your thoughts, moods and behaviors and note if they start to change. VA has resources to help: MentalHealth.va.gov/

Find Your “Why”

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Leaving tobacco behind offers a variety of benefits: having better physical and mental health, saving money, and setting a good example for loved ones. Plus, you'll begin to reap the benefits almost immediately. Explore the benefits and find your “why”: mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/why-quit.asp

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Leaving tobacco behind offers many benefits: having better physical and mental health, saving money, and setting a good example for loved ones. Plus, you begin to reap the benefits almost immediately. Explore the benefits and find your “why”: mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/why-quit.asp

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Leaving tobacco behind offers a variety of benefits: having better physical and mental health, saving money, and setting a good example for loved ones. Plus, you'll begin to reap the benefits almost immediately. Explore the benefits and find your “why”: mentalhealth.va.gov

How to Quit — Counseling

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Counseling from VA to stop tobacco use can help you understand your triggers and develop strategies to stop using tobacco. Learn about phone, virtual, and in-person session options: mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/how-to-quit.asp

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Counseling from VA to stop tobacco use can help you understand your triggers and develop strategies to stop using tobacco. Learn about phone, virtual, and in-person session options: mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/how-to-quit.asp

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Counseling from VA to stop tobacco use can help you understand your triggers and develop strategies to stop using tobacco. Learn about phone, virtual, and in-person session options: mentalhealth.va.gov

Printable Handout

Download this promotional handout to print and distribute to Veterans and their supporters at outreach events.

Promotional Half-Page Handout

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Web Badge

Use this graphic on your website to promote VA mental health resources, information, treatment options and more. Intended for desktop use only.

VA Is Here For You. (Version 1)

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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring a photo of a Veteran speaking with a health care provider with text that reads: VA is here for you. Explore mental health information and resources for Veterans. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_540x180-1.jpg" /></a>

VA Is Here For You. (Version 2)

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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring a photo of two Veterans walking and talking outside with text that reads: VA is here for you. Explore mental health information and resources for Veterans. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_540x180-2.jpg" /></a>

VA Is Here For You. (Version 3)

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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring a photo of two Veterans sitting outside having a conversation with text that reads: VA is here for you. Explore mental health information and resources for Veterans. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_540x180-4.jpg" /></a>

VA Is Here For You. (Version 4)

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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring text that reads: VA is here for you. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_180x60.jpg" /></a>

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