Why are FemaleServicemembers prone to MentalHealth issues? Higher rates of SexualAssault & sexism are a few major contributors. Here’s how you can get the support you deserve — w/out worrying about being discharged because of it.
said women face additional gender-specific stressors because they tend to be responsible for child care.
About 8.4% of female troops reported experiencing unwanted sexual contact in 2021, according to the Pentagon’s latest report on sexual assault in the military, as opposed to 1.5% of male troops. Still, the stigma of seeking mental health care in the military and fears of negative consequences prevent some troops from reaching out for help, Lange said.
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