Homelessness In Veterans Analysis
Veterans are more likely than civilians to experience homelessness. They experience a distinct set of challenges, both during service and upon their return, which preset obstacles when trying to tackle veteran homelessness (NAEH, 2015). Compared to nonveterans, many veterans are considered at risk of homelessness because of poverty, lack of support from family and friends, substance use or mental health issues, precarious living conditions, and have a low socioeconomic status. They are also faced with a shortage of affordable housing options and stagnating wages. As a result of serving in the military, veterans are at a higher risk of experiencing traumatic brain injuries, sexual trauma, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (NAEH, 2015).
All of these have been found to make it difficult for some veterans to easily return to civilian life after having served. They also pose as a substantial risk factor for homelessness (NAEH, 2015). To continue, another reason why veterans have a difficult time returning back to civilian life is for the reason that they lack social support and may not have the skills and qualifications to find employment outside of the military.
All of these have been found to make it difficult for some veterans to easily return to civilian life after having served. They also pose as a substantial risk factor for homelessness (NAEH, 2015). To continue, another reason why veterans have a difficult time returning back to civilian life is for the reason that they lack social support and may not have the skills and qualifications to find employment outside of the military.