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Coming Home
He was home for five years. He just wasn't really there.
MedFAQs Editorial TeamJune 4, 20264 min read
This is a fictional story based on experiences common to veterans. The characters and details are illustrative. MedFAQs does not provide medical advice. If you or someone you know is struggling, the Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
All questionsA mental health condition that may develop after combat, military trauma, life-threatening events, or other service-related traumatic experiences.
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