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Forbes
It has a proven track record of teaching leadership, strategic planning, creative problem-solving, task execution and resiliency — all traits essential to business ownership. It is not a fancy MBA or university program. The organization is the United States military. For many years, military veterans have become entrepreneurs at a much higher rate than nonveterans. Indeed, a shocking 49 percent of World War II veterans went on to own or operate their own businesses, according to a study from Syracuse University. In the modern era, an exciting veterans' entrepreneurship movement is once again spreading across America.
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Task & Purpose
President Barack Obama gave his final major veterans address as president at the 95th Disabled American Veterans National Convention. "I believe that our nation has a sacred covenant with our veterans — that just as you served to protect us, we have a moral obligation to take care of you and your families when you come home," he stated.
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Military.com
The number of Department of Veterans Affairs patients with diagnosed mental health or substance abuse issues increased between 2001 and 2014, according to a report on veteran suicide newly released by the VA. Between 2001 and 2014, the rate of mental health disorders and substance abuse disorders climbed from 27 percent to 40 percent, the Aug. 3 report states.
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The Washington Post
The foursome hardly is a sisterhood-in-arms — they are divided ideologically, and their interactions outside of the Armed Services committee rooms are relatively infrequent, although Gabbard and McSally belong to the same morning workout group. But in a short period of time, the women have become go-to authorities in a legislative arena traditionally dominated by men — and especially male veterans. Their experience in the male-dominated military has taught them important lessons about how to survive in Washington.
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Military Times
Research comparing the rate of psychological conditions between different wars is sparse. But the information we do have seems to show that the rates of psychiatric ailments are fairly consistent between conflicts.
What makes it seem like our current veterans are battling more psychological problems may be a matter of awareness. Increased awareness is likely only one part of the equation. Related to awareness, anti-stigma campaigns that focus on encouraging veterans to seek help leads to more veterans getting care.
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HealthNewsDigest.com
As the number of veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety and other related conditions continues to rise, many are finding relief in a surprising way. These veterans are closing their eyes and silently thinking a simple sound known as a mantra. Much to their surprise, but not to the teachers who introduced them to it, they are finding the practice is helping to essentially give them their lives back. This process, called Transcendental Meditation, is scientifically proven to offer a host of benefits for those who engage in the practice regularly.
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KJZZ-FM
Veterans returning home face new challenges when they get back: hassles with healthcare and benefits, adjusting to a new routine. For the last century, groups such as the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars have helped vets with their needs and gave them a place to feel comfortable. Membership in these groups has been dropping, though, as elderly members pass away and younger veterans choose not to join.
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