Veterans account for a troubling 20 percent of our nation’s
suicides, according to national figures. This means that every
day in the United States, an average of 18 veterans take their
own lives – or about one every 80 minutes. About 27 percent of
Oregon’s suicides are veterans. From 2005 to 2010, active
service members took their own lives at a rate of approximately
one every 36 hours... Post Traumatic Stress may occur in those
who experience or witness intense violence, serious accidents,
or life-threatening events. It can make people feel angry,
hopeless, fearful, horrified, and overwhelmed. Post Traumatic
Stress is treatable. Many veterans and active military balk at
seeking help through traditional channels due to fear of
negative career impact, the stigma of perceived weakness among
their peers and frustration with red tape. Left untreated, the
challenges can intensify as they feel more isolated. Saturday,
November 12, 2011 It's Saturday. November 12. Well, Veteran's
Day is over. We go back to ignoring