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Relationship Challenges

Relationship challenges can create stress that shows up in many ways. Things like struggling with relationships, feeling like life is out of control, or parenting after military service can stem from relationship problems.

Here are resources for Veterans to work on relationship challenges.

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You’re off to a good start! We’re sending you off site to trusted sources of information and support, primarily from VA. Return here for more options or consider contacting VA directly. Remember, you’ve earned the support.

Whole Health2 Resources

  • Family, Friends, and Co-workers: Connecting For Whole Health
    Whole Health Information and resources on maintaining healthy relationships
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  • Whole Health: Relationships and Health
    Information on relationships and health for Veterans
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Relationships4 Resources

  • Relationship Problems (Make the Connection)
    Self-help tools and VA resources to help you improve relationships
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  • Partners of Veterans with PTSD
    Information for partners of Veterans addressing PTSD
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  • Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP)
    Information and resources related to VA's Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP)
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  • Veteran Buddy Checks
    Resources to encourage peer-to-peer Veteran connections
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Find Local Resources3 Resources

  • Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)
    Search Vet Centers for counseling and outreach services
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  • Mindfulness Mobile Coach
    Mobile app to help Veterans learn how to practice mindfulness
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  • Moving Forward: "Overcome Life's Challenges Program"
    VA course to help manage life challenges such as stress, relationship challenges, and financial difficulties
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VA Benefits for Spouses, Dependents, Survivors, and Family Caregivers1 Resource

  • VA Caregiver Support Program
    Caregiver Support Program for caregivers of Veterans enrolled in VA health care
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Getting Started with the VA1 Resource

  • Connect With Stories of Help and Hope (Make the Connection)
    Find Veteran stories like yours
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Parenting1 Resource

  • Parenting For Veterans
    Resources for how to navigate parenting as a Veteran
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