Individuals with a college education may be able to help war
veterans A recent study sponsored by Capella University found
that about half of all military members are experiencing a
mental health issue once they return from combat. Still, only 50
percent of these individuals are receiving the help they need.
Individuals who want to provide these people with assistance may
want to consider careers as mental health counselors or clinical
social workers. Mental health counselors work with groups,
families and individuals on a variety of mental and emotional
disorders, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This may
include the post-traumatic stress disorder many war veterans now
face. Usually a master's degree is required for this position.
To enter this field, students frequently major in areas such as
education, clinical mental health counseling and career
counseling. Clinical social workers assess and treat people with
mental illnesses through group therapy, outreach, crisis
intervention and social reha