On the recordDecember 1, 2011
The emotional wounds are no less common than physical injuries; however, they are more difficult to diagnose which adds to the challenge of suicide prevention.
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Eric Shinseki
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congress.govThe emotional wounds are no less common than physical injuries; however, they are more difficult to diagnose which adds to the challenge of suicide prevention.
Shinseki highlights the challenge of diagnosing emotional wounds in veterans.
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