The USS Abraham Lincoln’s extended 9-month deployment is taking a severe mental health toll on its sailors, with many reaching a breaking point. In this video, we explore the reasons behind the deployment’s extension, the impact on sailors’ mental health, and the Navy’s response to the crisis. We discuss the challenges faced by sailors in seeking help due to concerns about career and discharge consequences (2:30), the Navy’s plans to relieve the carrier with the USS Theodore Roosevelt (4:00), and the mental health resources available at sea (6:00). Families of the sailors also share their concerns about the conditions and mental health support onboard (8:00). If you or someone you know is a service member struggling with mental health, the Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988, then pressing 1. Stay informed about the latest military and national security news by subscribing to our channel.
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