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Ready-To-Use VA Mental Health Materials | Spread the Word
Spread the Word
Ready-To-Use VA Mental Health Materials
Share our readymade materials to educate Veterans about the mental health resources and support available from VA. These materials are designed to build awareness of the mental health challenges that Veterans may face — and the many treatment options available. Download materials for seasonal observances, social media posts for various mental health topics, and general information to share on your website and at outreach events.
Seasonal Observances
Download materials for upcoming observances. Please note which month each post is designated for. This section will be updated every two months.
PTSD Awareness Month (June)
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June is PTSD Awareness Month.
If you think you may have PTSD, VA has resources that can help:
MentalHealth.va.gov/ptsd/index.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
June is PTSD Awareness Month.
If you think you may have PTSD, VA has resources that can help:
MentalHealth.va.gov
Minority Mental Health Month (July)
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
VA has a variety of mental health resources, information, treatment options and more — all accessible to Veterans, their supporters and the general public. During Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, learn more about VA mental health care: MentalHealth.va.gov
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VA has a variety of mental health resources, information, treatment options and more — all accessible to Veterans, their supporters and the general public. During Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, learn more about VA mental health care: MentalHealth.va.gov
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
VA has a variety of mental health resources, information, treatment options and more — all accessible to Veterans, their supporters and the general public. During Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, learn more about VA mental health care: MentalHealth.va.gov
Social Media Content
Download post copy and graphics to use on your social media accounts. Graphics formatted for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are available. New content is added every month.
Follow VA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to share VA’s posts directly in the platforms.
Substance Use
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
Substance use disorder causes people to have difficulty controlling their use of alcohol and drugs, such as opioids.
If you’re concerned about your substance use, learn how VA can help: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/index.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
Substance use disorder causes people to have difficulty with controlling their use of alcohol and drugs, such as opioids.
If you’re concerned about your substance use, learn how VA can help: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/index.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
Substance use disorder causes people to have difficulty with controlling their use of alcohol and drugs, such as opioids.
If you’re concerned about your substance use, learn how VA can help: MentalHealth.va.gov
Get Help
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Mental Health Month may be over, but VA offers support to help Veterans manage their symptoms and heal year-round.
Find the care you need: MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
Mental Health Month may be over, but VA offers support to help Veterans manage their symptoms and heal year-round.
Find the care you need: MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
Mental Health Month may be over, but VA offers support to help Veterans manage their symptoms and heal year-round.
Find the care you need: MentalHealth.va.gov
Access Care
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
VA has resources to address the unique stressors and experiences that Veterans may face.
Connect with VA by phone, computer, or in-person: MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/index.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
VA has resources to address the unique stressors and experiences that Veterans may face.
Connect with VA through your phone, computer, or in-person: MentalHealth.va.gov/get-help/index.asp
Download Video for Instagram (MP4)
Instagram Social Post Copy:
VA has resources to address the unique stressors and experiences that Veterans may face.
Connect with VA through your phone, computer, or in-person: MentalHealth.va.gov
Transitioning Service Members
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
After service, Veterans could experience unexpected challenges in transitioning back into civilian life.
Learn how VA can help:
MentalHealth.va.gov/transitioning-service/index.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
After service, Veterans could experience unexpected challenges in transitioning back into civilian life.
Learn how VA can help your transition:
MentalHealth.va.gov/transitioning-service/index.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
After service, Veterans could experience unexpected challenges in transitioning back into civilian life.
Learn how VA can help:
MentalHealth.va.gov
Effects of TBI
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Even mild cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can involve serious long-term effects.
Find VA resources for Veterans living with TBI: MentalHealth.va.gov/tbi/index.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
Even mild cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can involve series long-term effects.
Find VA resources for Veterans living with TBI: MentalHealth.va.gov/tbi/index.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
Even mild cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can involve series long-term effects.
Find VA resources for Veterans living with TBI: MentalHealth.va.gov
Substance Use
Download Video for Facebook (MP4)
Facebook Social Post Copy:
VA offers evidence-based treatments to help treat unhealthy substance use.
Recovery is possible. Start your journey today: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/treatment.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
VA offers evidence-based treatments to help treat unhealthy substance use.
Recovery is possible. Start your journey today: MentalHealth.va.gov/substance-use/treatment.asp
Download Video for Instagram (MP4)
Instagram Social Post Copy:
VA offers evidence-based treatments to help treat unhealthy substance use.
Recovery is possible. Start your journey today: MentalHealth.va.gov
Depression
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
Help is available for Veterans living with depression.Explore VA resources and connected care options to get started: MentalHealth.va.gov/depression/next-step.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
Help is available for Veterans living with depression.Explore VA resources and connected care options to get started: MentalHealth.va.gov/depression/next-step.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
Help is available for Veterans living with depression.Explore VA resources and connected care options to get started: MentalHealth.va.gov
Military Sexual Trauma
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
Military sexual trauma (MST) can affect survivors, their families, and their communities. VA provides free MST-related resources that can help. MentalHealth.va.gov/msthome/index.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
Military sexual trauma (MST) can affect survivors, their families, and their communities. VA provides free MST-related resources that can help. MentalHealth.va.gov/msthome/index.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
Military sexual trauma (MST) can affect survivors, their families, and their communities. VA provides free MST-related resources that can help. MentalHealth.va.gov
LGBTQ+ Veterans
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Facebook Social Post Copy:
VA is dedicated to being a leader in providing high-quality health care for LGBTQ+ Veterans in a sensitive, respectful environment. If you're an LGBTQ+ Veteran facing a mental health challenge, you are not alone. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov/lgbtqus/index.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
VA is dedicated to being a leader in providing high-quality health care for LGBTQ+ Veterans in a sensitive, respectful environment. If you're an LGBTQ+ Veteran facing a mental health challenge, you are not alone. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov/lgbtqus/index.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
VA is dedicated to being a leader in providing high-quality health care for LGBTQ+ Veterans in a sensitive, respectful environment. If you're an LGBTQ+ Veteran facing a mental health challenge, you are not alone. Learn more: MentalHealth.va.gov
Tobacco Use Treatment
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World No Tobacco Day may be over, but VA has resources to help you leave tobacco behind year-round.
Sign up for SmokefreeVET at smokefree.gov/vet or text VET (o manda VETesp para apoyo en español) to 47848 to get support.
Visit MentalHealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/smokefreevet.
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
World No Tobacco Day may be over, but VA has resources to help you leave tobacco behind year-round.
Sign up for SmokefreeVET at smokefree.gov/vet or text VET (o manda VETesp para apoyo en español) to 47848 to get support.
Visit MentalHealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/smokefreevet.
Download Video for Instagram (MP4)
Instagram Social Post Copy:
World No Tobacco Day may be over, but VA has resources to help you leave tobacco behind year-round.
Sign up for SmokefreeVET at smokefree.gov/vet or text VET (o manda VETesp para apoyo en español) to 47848 to get support.
Visit MentalHealth.va.gov.
Tobacco Use Treatment
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One reason why it’s a good idea to toss tobacco: better health.
When you stop using tobacco, you reduce your risk for cancer, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, and increase your energy.
Find resources to help: MentalHealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/why-quit.asp
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Twitter Social Post Copy:
One reason why it’s a good idea to toss tobacco: better health.
When you stop using tobacco, you reduce your risk for cancer, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, and increase your energy.
Find resources to help: MentalHealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/why-quit.asp
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Instagram Social Post Copy:
One reason why it’s a good idea to toss tobacco: better health.
When you stop using tobacco, you reduce your risk for cancer, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, and increase your energy.
Find resources to help:
MentalHealth.va.gov
Printable Handouts
Download these promotional handouts to print and distribute to Veterans and their supporters at outreach events.
Promotional Half-Page Handout
VA Supports Military Sexual Trauma Survivors
Web Badge
Use this graphic on your website to promote VA mental health resources, information, treatment options and more. Intended for desktop use only.
VA Is Here For You. (Version 1)
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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring a photo of a Veteran speaking with a health care provider with text that reads: VA is here for you. Explore mental health information and resources for Veterans. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_540x180-1.jpg" /></a>
VA Is Here For You. (Version 2)
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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring a photo of two Veterans walking and talking outside with text that reads: VA is here for you. Explore mental health information and resources for Veterans. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_540x180-2.jpg" /></a>
VA Is Here For You. (Version 3)
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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring a photo of two Veterans sitting outside having a conversation with text that reads: VA is here for you. Explore mental health information and resources for Veterans. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_540x180-4.jpg" /></a>
VA Is Here For You. (Version 4)
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<a href="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/?utm_campaign=spread_the_word&utm_source=embedded_content&utm_medium=referral&utm_term=web_badge" Title="U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mental Health Homepage"><img alt="A graphic featuring text that reads: VA is here for you. MentalHealth.va.gov" src="https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/spread-the-word/images/web-badges/VA-STW-Web-Badge_180x60.jpg" /></a>
Facebook Social Post Copy:
June is PTSD Awareness Month. If you think you may have PTSD, VA has resources that can help: MentalHealth.va.gov/ptsd/index.asp