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Why Ask
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Many women who have served don't identify themselves as Veterans.
Asking questions such as "Are you a Veteran?" may not be the best approach.
Instead ask "Have you ever served in the military?"
Reasons to ask about military service include:
Issues related to prior military service can affect her current or future physical and mental health.
Women Veterans may have experienced trauma (early life or recent) that can impact
- Mental health
- Psycho physiological and psychosocial functioning
- Use of health care services and long-term physical health outcomes
By asking these questions you may break down barriers and reduce stigma as well as prevent
- Substance abuse
- Unemployment
- Homelessness
- Suicide
You may be able to provide or refer for care.
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