Veteran Shares How Support Groups Helped Her Cope After Trauma

Bridget faced hardships during and after her time in the Navy - including grueling training and abuse from a partner - which took a toll on her mental health. She eventually sought support through VA, where she received a PTSD diagnosis. Women’s groups and other mental health treatment, including psychodynamic therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, helped her understand her symptoms and face her challenges.
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[@ToGoMania19]

I have Made the Connection myself. Persevere, Bridget. I’m glad you connected earlier in your life. I’m confident I’m not the only Veteran, but my PTSD was not diagnosed until 39 years after the trauma.

[@Smackwater587]

Getting help at 68! Never too late, I guess... ❤❤

[@Smackwater587]

You are so beautiful inside and out!!! ❤

[@sheilaemery5058]

God Blessings 🙏❣️ Thank U for sharing 🙏

[@sandertucker2466]

Ella 😂se parece
a una de la familia. Pero no estoy segura 🎉si es l😂a hija de la hermana de ella. La hermana se llama Clariza, y tuvo fos niñas y pienso que puede ser la mas chica de ella. Yo me llamo Maria Isabel aqui pero ellos me conocieron como - Isabelita... Espero sea ella porque tiene la sonrisa de mi prima Clary .Bravo si es.!❤