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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Whole Health2 Resources

Family, Friends, and Co-workers: Connecting For Whole Health
Whole Health Information and resources on maintaining healthy relationships
Visit
va.gov
Whole Health: Relationships and Health
Information on relationships and health for Veterans
Visit
va.gov

Relationships4 Resources

Relationship Problems
Self-help tools and VA resources to help you improve relationships
Visit
maketheconnection.net
Partners of Veterans with PTSD
Information for partners of Veterans addressing PTSD
Visit
ptsd.va.gov
Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP)
Information and resources related to VA's Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP)
Visit
socialwork.va.gov
Veteran Buddy Checks
Resources to encourage peer-to-peer Veteran connections
Visit
department.va.gov

Find Local Resources3 Resources

Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)
Search Vet Centers for counseling and outreach services
Visit
vetcenter.va.gov
Mindfulness Mobile Coach
Mobile app to help Veterans learn how to practice mindfulness
Visit
mobile.va.gov
Moving Forward: "Overcome Life's Challenges Program"
VA course to help manage life challenges such as stress, relationship challenges, and financial difficulties
Visit
veterantraining.va.gov

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
Visit
caregiver.va.gov

Getting Started with the VA1 Resource

Connect With Stories of Help and Hope
Find Veteran stories like yours
Visit
maketheconnection.net

Parenting1 Resource

Parenting For Veterans
Resources for how to navigate parenting as a Veteran
Visit
veterantraining.va.gov