06/19/2026
PTSD affects more than memories.
For many veterans, PTSD can impact sleep, relationships, concentration, emotions, and daily life long after service has ended.
The signs aren't always obvious.
Sometimes it's withdrawal.
Sometimes it's irritability.
Sometimes it's feeling constantly on guard.
Sometimes it's carrying a burden that no one else can see.
That's why awareness matters.
Understanding PTSD helps us recognize when someone may be struggling. Knowing how to respond can make all the difference.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches practical skills to recognize signs of mental health challenges, start supportive conversations, and connect people with appropriate resources.
You don't need to be a therapist to help someone.
You just need the willingness to care.
💜 FREE for Wisconsin resident veterans through a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs.
Learn more and register:
http://www.healingwarriorhearts.org/mhfa-registration
📞 If you or a veteran you know is in crisis, call or text 988 and Press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.