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Suicide Awareness & Prevention Resources
IJF Mission Brief - Jan/Feb 2023 - The Effects of Loneliness
Winter not only brings cold days and nights, but also social isolation. "We typically think of loneliness as a consequence of depression, rather than a cause."
Below are resources on the effects of loneliness:
Partner Spotlight Resources
BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center provides equine assisted activities and therapies to individuals, including U.S. military veterans. Learn more about BraveHearts here
Feature Article Resources
IJF Mission Brief - Jan/Feb 2023 - Health and Wellness
Veterans' interest in meditation, yoga, and acupuncture continues to grow. Many Veterans are looking for alternatives to traditional treatment modalities.
Below are resources on alternative treatments:
https://yogainternational.com/article/view/veterans-and-ptsd/
https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTH/professional-resources/Yoga.asp
https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTH/professional-resources/Acupuncture.asp
https://www.research.va.gov/currents/0821-VA-researcher-exploring-meditation-as-a-therapy-for-PTSD.cfm#sidebar
https://veteranlife.com/lifestyle/mindfulness-meditation-for-veterans/
https://www.everydayhealth.com/ptsd/can-meditation-help-veterans-with-ptsd/