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Veterans Day: Supporting veterans facing the invisible wounds of PTSD 

Veterans Day: Supporting veterans facing the invisible wounds of PTSD 
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Source: The Signal
Date: 11/09/2026 12:07pm

Article Summary:
Veterans Day Highlights PTSD’s Lasting Impact and Support Options for Veterans
As Veterans Day approaches, Kaiser Permanente psychiatrist Dr. Saba Notghi is urging people to recognize that PTSD can complicate veterans’ return to civilian life and that seeking treatment is a step toward recovery. A 2025–26 national survey found an estimated 14.4% of U.S. veterans had experienced PTSD, with higher rates among younger veterans and those exposed to combat; support can include professional care, peer connections and practical stress-management strategies.

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