The 4th of July can be a trigger for those suffering from PTSD

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The fourth of July holiday weekend is fast approaching, but for some people, it can be a trigger when it comes to their mental health.

According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, in the United States, PTSD is 3 times more likely among Veterans who deployed compared to those who did not.

In addition to the 5.8 million Veterans served by the VA in 2024, about 14 out of every 100 men (or 14%) and 24 out of every 100 women (or 24%) were diagnosed with PTSD…

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