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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Diverse experiences, one message

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

Hear from the veterans featured in our Veterans Voices series, a diverse group of veterans facing their own unique challenges, with common threads between them and one key message-help and support can benefit anyone who needs it.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Admiral William McRaven, U.S. Navy (Ret.)

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

In this video, former Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command, Retired Admiral William McRaven stresses the importance of mental wellness and why it is honorable to ask for help when you need it.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Ryan Pitts, Medal of Honor recipient

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. Veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

This is Ryan’s story. He struggled with transitioning to civilian life, i.e. with the loss of his profession and lifestyle. After making the tough first call to get help, Ryan started prioritizing his own mental wellness.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for Veterans. Find Veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #Veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Dallas, Army, Google employee

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

This is Dallas’ story. An active-duty army officer for 8 years, he’d prioritized others’ needs rather than self-care. Now, Dallas has ongoing counseling sessions, enabling him to be a better husband, father, and employee.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Lynman, Navy, Vietnam era

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

This is Lynman’s story. A black Vietnam-era veteran, Lynman wasn’t welcomed home, leading to substance abuse and anger. He eventually got help through a 12-step program, and now gives back by sponsoring others in recovery.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Dustin, Army, Iraq & Afghanistan

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

This is Dustin’s story. After multiple deployments, he returned home, struggled with PTSD and lost his marriage. After intensive treatment and hard work, Dustin reclaimed his life and is remarried with children.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Veterans give advice to friends and family

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

This video features a diverse group of veterans sharing their personal messages about how friends and family can show their support.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: Alexis, former Air Force cadet

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

This is Alexis’ story. She’d planned on a military career, but fallout from a sexual assault led her to leave the Air Force academy. Now enrolled with her local VA, she’s getting therapy, and moving her life forward.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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Veterans’ Voices 2020: General Peter Chiarelli, U.S. Army (Ret.)

Veterans served their nation selflessly, but service sometimes weighs heavily on their mental health, and stigma can be a barrier to seeking help. With support from Google’s veteran community, a group of U.S. veterans ranging from a Google employee to a retired Admiral shared firsthand stories about the value of coming forward and asking for help.

In this video, retired General Peter Chiarelli, former Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, advocates for reducing stigma around post-traumatic stress, highlighting that invisible wounds are as real as visible ones.

Whether you’re looking for clinical support or just a peer to talk to, help and support are available for veterans. Find veteran-focused support at: https://g.co/servingveterans. #veteransupport

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