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How invisible trauma navigates recognition and support

I'm a veteran with PTSD but don't fit the angry broken soldier stereotype and people doubt my service when I seek help.

Juana
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Mental health struggles that don't conform to expected presentations face skepticism that compounds suffering with invalidation.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Adopted identity — chosen and given?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.