Mental Health
Mental health issues and the care and treatment needed for them are handled a little differently when you’re in the military. Mental health covers more than just PTSD. Learn the basics of self-care, how to identify mental health issues, how to talk to your healthcare provider, and how to seek treatment.
Explore our articles about mental health and learn more about how to prioritize your mental wellness and work with your healthcare provider to get a diagnosis and treatment for issues you may be experiencing

How Much Do You Know About Your Mental Health?
There are a lot of falsehoods about mental health. Test your knowledge and get the facts.

¿Qué tanto sabes sobre tu salud mental?
Hay mucha información falsa relacionada con la salud mental. Pon a prueba tu conocimiento y obtén información factual.

Policy Briefing: Addressing Health Disparities in the Military
Watch as our panel of experts briefs policymakers on the state of health of servicewomen and service members with female biology

WomenTalk: “Military Mental Health”
Watch as we discuss mental health in the military with two experts
Real Women, Real Stories
Managing a mental health issue is often scary and lonely — get a glimpse into how other servicewomen have navigated the military health system and gotten the help they need

Getting Help for Your Mental Health Is Not a Weakness, but Try Telling My Asian Parents That
As Chinese immigrants, my parents taught me their cultural values of hard work and overcoming challenges through helping yourself — but when the challenge is mental health, that approach doesn’t work.

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