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VA is committed to providing Veterans with timely access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health care. Download and share the following videos to learn more about mental health conditions and other mental health topics as well as programs and services that are in place to help. If you have questions, please contact  OMHSP Web Support.

The campaign encourages Veterans and their families to “make the connection” — with information and resources, with the strength and resilience of Veterans like themselves, and with available resources of support. Download HD versions of Make the Connection public service announcements and topical video compilations to show support for our Nation's Veterans and spread the word about the campaign here: https://maketheconnection.net/resources/mtc-materials/videos.

Military sexual trauma (MST) involves any unwanted sexual contact or harassment during military service. If you experienced MST, you are not alone. VA is here to provide free and confidential support for Veterans on their path to healing. Download and share the videos below to let Veterans know that resources are available for MST survivors.

Military sexual trauma is never your fault.

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If you experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment in the military, you are not alone. Military sexual trauma (MST) can affect any Veteran, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation. VA can help in your recovery, and MST-related care for Veterans is free and confidential.

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If you experienced military sexual trauma, you're not alone.

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All types of people can experience military sexual trauma (MST), and it is common for MST to affect a person's mental and physical health. VA can help in your recovery, and MST-related care for Veterans is free and confidential. Talk to the MST Coordinator or a VA health care provider at your local VA facility.

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VA is here for military sexual trauma survivors.

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If you experienced military sexual trauma (MST), VA is here for you. VA provides Veterans with free treatment for conditions related to MST. No documentation of the MST is required, and you do not need to have applied for service connection. Talk to the MST Coordinator or a health care provider at your local VA facility.

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Quitting tobacco is not easy, and many Veterans make multiple attempts before quitting for good. VA health care providers can help Veterans who are ready to quit smoking or using smokeless tobacco products. To help spread the word about VA's tobacco use treatment options and resources available, download and share these educational tobacco cessation videos.

Counseling and Medication

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Combining counseling and medication helps you overcome the triggers that can trip you up and helps relieve the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

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One Size Fits None

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VA has a variety of resources to meet your specific needs as you quit, whatever they may be.

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Quit VET

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Quit VET is a free counseling service available to any Veteran receiving health care through VA.

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SmokefreeVET

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For on-the-go encouragement and tips to become tobacco-free, sign up for SmokefreeVET to receive daily text messages. 

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Smokeless Tobacco

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Veterans who use smokeless tobacco face unique obstacles when they try to quit. VA has the resources to help overcome them!

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Smoking and Mental Health

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Most people don't realize the effect that smoking can have on your mental health. VA resources can help you quit smoking and get real relief.

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