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Substance Misuse
“The drinking, the partying, it only lasts so long before it started causing serious life issues....”
Jeremiah Civil
U.S. Marine Corps, 2001-2005
Substance Misuse
People with PTSD are more likely than others with the same sort of background to have drinking problems. By the same token, people with drinking problems often have PTSD. Those with PTSD have more problems with alcohol both before and after getting PTSD. Having PTSD increases the risk that you will develop a drinking problem.
- PTSD and Problems with Alcohol Use
Find out about the impact of PTSD on alcohol misuse and dependence. - PTSD and Substance Abuse in Veterans
Learn how PTSD is related to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in Veterans.
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Get help for PTSD
If you need help right away:
- Call 1-800-273-8255
- Chat online with a counselor
- Call 911 or visit a local emergency room
PTSD Information Voice Mail:
(802) 296-6300
ncptsd@va.gov
Also see: VA Mental Health
