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Learning Objectives
Outline the demographics of the U.S. current and former military personnel and the need to screen for military service in health and mental health care.
Describe risk factors for and the presentation of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military veterans.
Discuss the impact of depression and suicide in veterans.
Evaluate the impact of other various mental health issues common in veterans and their families, including violence and intermittent explosive disorder.
Identify issues that may arise during reintegration and readjustment following deployment and the need for appropriate referral to services available to veterans and their families.