Tony turned to alcohol to try to cope with trauma from his experience serving in the U.S. Army. His wife, Kacie, encouraged him to seek help, which led him to VA. In treatment, he was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). After treatment, Tony’s symptoms improved, and he and Kacie rediscovered the joy in their favorite activities together. Listen to their story: Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories. https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/860/ | U.S. Dep

After service, some Veterans may replace the thrills they experienced during active duty with risky behavior or by using drugs and alcohol. Hear these Veterans talk about how they found healthier ways of coping with their triggers through counseling: Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories. https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/638/ | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs