For the newest generation of U.S. veterans, transitioning to civilian life can pose profound challenges. Post-9/11 veterans are younger and more diverse, and they face rising rates of trauma, mental health conditions, underemployment and service-connected disabilities, according to a research team at Penn State. To help veterans tackle these hurdles, the researchers created an online assessment tool that assists veteran-serving organizations identify individualized risks and provide targeted, evidence-informed support.
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