Ready-To-Use VA Mental Health Materials | Spread the Word

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Access the toolkit here: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/quit-tobacco/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="coming soon" src="/spread-the-word/images/coming-soon.png" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month</h4> <p>Coming soon.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="col-sm-12 all-materials social-media-content"> <h3 id="social-media-content" class="rule-above">Social Media Content</h3> <p>Download post copy and graphics to use on your social media accounts. Graphics formatted for Facebook, X/Twitter, and Instagram are available. New content is added every month.</p> <p>Follow VA on <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/VeteransAffairs" target="_blank" title="visit VA’s Facebook page">Facebook</a>, <a rel="noopener" href="https://twitter.com/DeptVetAffairs" target="_blank" title="visit VA’s Twitter page">X/Twitter</a>, and <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/deptvetaffairs" target="_blank" title="visit VA’s Instagram page">Instagram</a> to share VA’s posts directly in the platforms.</p>  <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="A Veteran sitting inside, using a tablet computer. Text on the image reads, “Explore Veteran training courses.” " src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/03_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Veteran Training Resources</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-3">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-3"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/03_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Facebook (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-3-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-3-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> As a Veteran or as a member of the general public, everyone has access to VA’s online Veteran training courses. VA developed these courses to provide Veterans and others with support for a variety of life stressors. Explore Veteran Training: VeteranTraining.va.gov/ </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/03_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for X (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-3-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-3-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> As a Veteran or as a member of the general public, everyone has access to VA’s online Veteran training courses. VA developed these courses to provide Veterans and others with support for a variety of life stressors. Explore Veteran Training: VeteranTraining.va.gov/ </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/03_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Instagram (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-3-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-3-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> As a Veteran or as a member of the general public, everyone has access to VA’s online Veteran training courses. VA developed these courses to provide Veterans and others with support for a variety of life stressors. Explore Veteran Training: VeteranTraining.va.gov/ </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="Two people seated on a living room couch, talking. The text reads, “Your support could make a difference.” " src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/04_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>How To Support a Veteran</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-4">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-4"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/04_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Facebook (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-4-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-4-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Supporting the Veteran in your life can look like a small act of kindness, intervening in a crisis, or encouraging them to start or continue mental health treatment. Learn how you can provide support: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/families/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/04_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for X (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-4-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-4-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Supporting the Veteran in your life could be a small act of kindness, intervening in a crisis, or encouraging them to start or continue mental health treatment. Learn how you can provide support: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/families/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/04_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Instagram (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-4-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-4-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Supporting the Veteran in your life can look like a small act of kindness, intervening in a crisis, or encouraging them to start or continue mental health treatment. Learn how you can provide support: MentalHealth.va.gov </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="A Veteran standing outside looking into the camera. The text reads, “Find treatment for anxiety.”" src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/05_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Resources for Anxiety</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-5">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-5"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-5_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for Facebook (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-5-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-5-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Anxiety problems are common and uncomfortable. Almost one-third of adults will experience some form of distressing anxiety at some point in their lifetime. VA has resources that can help Veterans experiencing anxiety. Learn more: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/anxiety/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-5_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for X (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-5-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-5-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Anxiety problems are common and uncomfortable. Almost one-third of adults will experience some form of distressing anxiety at some point in their lifetime. VA has resources that can help Veterans experiencing anxiety. Learn more: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/anxiety/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-5_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for Instagram (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-5-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-5-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Anxiety problems are common and uncomfortable. Almost one-third of adults will experience some form of distressing anxiety at some point in their lifetime. VA has resources that can help Veterans experiencing anxiety. Learn more at MentalHealth.va.gov </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt=" A Veteran standing on a nature trail looking into the camera. The text reads, “Explore treatment options for schizophrenia.”" src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/06_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Resources for Schizophrenia</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-6">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-6"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/06_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Facebook (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-6-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-6-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Many Veterans with schizophrenia can live full and healthy lives when their condition is correctly diagnosed and treated. If you’re concerned about a loved one, encourage them to seek help as soon as possible. Find VA support: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/schizophrenia/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/06_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for X (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-6-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-6-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Many Veterans with schizophrenia can live full and healthy lives when their condition is correctly diagnosed and treated. If you’re concerned about a loved one, encourage them to seek help as soon as possible. Find VA support: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/schizophrenia/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/06_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Instagram (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-6-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-6-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Many Veterans with schizophrenia can live full and healthy lives when their condition is correctly diagnosed and treated. If you’re concerned about a loved one, encourage them to seek help as soon as possible. Find VA support: MentalHealth.va.gov </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="A Veteran sitting on a couch while talking to a counselor. The text reads, “Seek support for TBI symptoms.” " src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/07_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>TBI Symptoms</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-7">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-7"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/07_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Facebook (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-7-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-7-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Even with mild cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may be at increased risk for mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, as well as sleeping problems. If you’re experiencing symptoms, VA is here to help: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/tbi/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/07_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for X (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-7-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-7-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Even with mild cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may be at increased risk for mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, as well as sleeping problems. If you’re experiencing symptoms, VA is here to help: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/tbi/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/07_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Instagram (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-7-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-7-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Even with mild cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may be at increased risk for mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, as well as sleeping problems. If you’re experiencing symptoms, VA is here to help at MentalHealth.va.gov. </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="A Veteran standing in front of a house. The text reads, “Learn about VA resources to support older Veterans.” " src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/08_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Support for Older Veterans</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-8">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-8"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-8_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for Facebook (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-8-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-8-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Looking for resources to support the mental health of the older Veteran in your life? VA provides a range of programs and resources. Explore mental health support for older Veterans and their families and caregivers: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/resources.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-8_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for X (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-8-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-8-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Looking for resources to support the mental health of the older Veteran in your life? VA provides a range of programs and resources. Explore mental health support for older Veterans and their families and caregivers: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/older-veterans/resources.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-8_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for Instagram (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-8-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-8-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Looking for resources to support the mental health of the older Veteran in your life? VA provides a range of programs and resources. Explore mental health support for older Veterans and their families and caregivers: MentalHealth.va.gov </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="A Veteran looking at their cellphone screen while in a kitchen. The text reads, “Explore resources for Veterans.” " src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/09_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Access Care</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-9">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-9"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/09_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Facebook (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-9-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-9-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Did you know that VA offers various ways to receive mental health information, trainings, and treatment? Veterans can access care in person, online, on the phone, or via video call. Explore your options: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/09_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for X (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-9-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-9-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Did you know that VA offers various ways to receive mental health information, trainings, and treatment? Veterans can access care in person, online, on the phone, or via video call. Explore your options: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/09_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Instagram (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-9-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-9-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Did you know that VA offers various ways to receive mental health information, trainings, and treatment? Veterans can access care in person, online, on the phone, or via video call. Explore your options at MentalHealth.va.gov. </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="[Alt text:] A Veteran standing outside in a sports field with their arms folded. The text reads, “Support to help cope with depression.”" src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/10_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>Symptoms of Depression</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-10">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-10"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-10_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for Facebook (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-10-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-10-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> People with depression can experience feelings of guilt, unworthiness, or low self-esteem, and they may start to avoid being around people. Depression can affect anyone. Learn about the signs and symptoms and the support available from VA: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-10_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for X (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-10-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-10-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> People with depression can experience feelings of guilt, unworthiness, or low self-esteem, and they may start to avoid being around people. Depression can affect anyone. Learn about the signs and symptoms and the support available from VA: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/depression/index.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="instagram"> <p class="download-image"><a href="https://www.media.eo.va.gov/mentalhealth/MP4/STW-2025-02-10_FB-IG-TW.mp4" target="_blank" download="">Download Video for Instagram (MP4)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-10-IG">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-10-IG"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Instagram Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> People with depression can experience feelings of guilt, unworthiness, or low self-esteem, and they may start to avoid being around people. Depression can affect anyone. Learn about the signs and symptoms and the VA support available at MentalHealth.va.gov. </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="stw-item"> <div class="stw-item-image"><img alt="A Veteran standing on a nature trail and looking into the camera. The text reads, “Learn more about unhealthy alcohol use.” " src="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/11_FB-IG-tn.jpg" /></div> <div class="stw-item-content"> <h4>VA Resources for Alcohol Use</h4> <button class="stw-social-content" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="stw-topic-11">Downloads and Social Copy</button> <div class="topic-popup-content" id="stw-topic-11"> <div class="facebook"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/11_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for Facebook (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-11-FB">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-11-FB"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>Facebook Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Worried about your alcohol consumption? Learn the signs of unhealthy alcohol use. They can include an increased urge to drink, an inability to stop drinking, and an increased tolerance. VA can help: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/alcohol-use-disorder.asp </code></div> </section> </div> </div> </div>   <div class="twitterX"> <p class="download-image"><a href="/spread-the-word/images/2025-02/11_FB-IG.jpg" target="_blank" download="">Download Image for X (JPG)</a></p> <div class="download-content"><button class="social-copy" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="social-content-11-TW">Social Copy</button> <div class="button-popup-window" id="social-content-11-TW"> <section class="container-copy"> <p><strong>X Social Post Copy:</strong></p> <div class="copy-content"><code> Worried about your alcohol consumption? Learn the signs of unhealthy alcohol use. They can include an increased urge to drink, an inability to stop drinking, and an increased tolerance. 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