What Is Veterans and Military Family Health?

Families of military service members and veterans face some unique challenges such as disruptions in parenting. Learn how families may be affected.

*Health information sourced from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and MedlinePlus, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. co-pay.com is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. government.

Service members and veterans may face some different health issues than civilians. Their families may also face some unique challenges, such as:

  • Being separated from their loved ones.
  • Worrying about a loved ones' safety in combat zones.
  • Coping as a single parent while their partner is deployed.
  • Having to move frequently.
  • Helping their loved one deal with Illnesses and injuries from combat, including disabilities. This can lead to caregiver stress.
  • Helping their loved one cope with the mental health effects of military service. These could include depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Dealing with these challenges can be difficult. Some possible sources of help include:

  • Getting support from your family and community
  • Using military outreach programs, which help families feel less isolated
  • Professional counseling

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