Veteran culture and internalized stigma of mental illness

What is it about?

This article uses a cultural nursing assessment framework to discuss the issue of self-stigma among veterans. It merges self-stigma literature with specifics of veteran culture. Implications for nursing practice are discussed.

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Why is it important?

Nurses work with veterans every day. Veterans increasingly seek care outside of the VA. Being aware of veteran culture and mental health implications such as self-stigma is essential.