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Depression, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and Problem Drinking Challenge WWP Alumni's Mental Health

• More than half of all WWP Alumni screened positive for any probable depression, any probable posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or any probable problem drinking. In addition, many WWP Alumni screened positive for more than one probable mental health disorder.

Accessing Mental Health Care Is a Challenge for Many

• More than half of the Alumni screening positive for any probable depression, any probable PTSD, or any probable problem drinking said that they had visited professionals to assist with mental health challenges.
• Many of those in need of care had difficulty or delay getting it or simply did not get it.

Obesity Is a Health Challenge for WWP Alumni

• The rate of overweight among WWP Alumni is higher than the rate in the general population.
• Some subgroups of Alumni exercised less. Physicians' restrictions, fear of reinjury, and discomfort with social situations pose significant limitations for many.

Mental Health and Physical Health of WWP Alumni Are Related

• WWP Alumni's mental health and physical health correlate on a variety of measures.

Many WWP Alumni Are Unemployed and Do Not Access Veteran Employment and Education Benefits

• WWP Alumni cited a variety of challenges in securing or changing work.
• Few WWP Alumni take advantage of federal veteran employment and education programs.

WWP Programs Attract Alumni with Greater Health Needs

• Some programs draw those Alumni who report fair or poor overall health. Some programs draw Alumni with particular conditions.