The movie “Man On Fire” explicitly shows why we should help our veterans not only during their service to our country but even after they have served. In this movie, Denzel Washington portrays a war veteran suffering for PTSD is a clear example of what many veterans deal with after they serve. Unlike in this movie, in reality there are many veterans who suffer from PTSD who do not get psychiatric help and may end up committing suicide, being involved in shootings and continually drinking to numb their memories instead of getting treatment. There needs to be more research into the signs of PTSD and alcoholism so that the preventative care veterans need can be given immediately. As a nation we should provide more support for returning veterans in the form of improved screening for PTSD, easier access to groups like AA and faster mental health treatment.
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