When you think about your health, what comes to mind?  

For many of us, our physical health is the first thing we think of. We often forget that our mental health is equally important. Mental health and physical health are deeply connected, and both are vital to overall well-being and happiness. Learn more about mental health here.

Mental health struggles affect many people. One in five American adults experience a mental health condition each year. Veterans have certain experiences that might make them more likely to face mental health problems and have difficulties returning to civilian life.   

Your everyday behaviors can help normalize conversations about mental health. We encourage you to: 

• Discuss mental health openly. 

• Learn something new about mental health. 

• Check in on someone you haven’t spoken to recently or encourage a loved one to seek help. 

Keep reading for more ideas and resources to support you and others. 

Key takeaways: Can we increase collaboration with community-based organizations to better serve Veterans? 

Yes! This pilot study built a collaboration of more than 24,000 community members serving over 5,000 Veterans and began 92 suicide prevention program components. Read the publication.