It's definitely not a unique case. What Ms. Symonds talked about is something I see every day in my practice. I often have to invite my patient's partner to individual therapy to provide information, answer questions or get their information, because they don't have access to support elsewhere. I also see a lot of RCMP officers because they don't get the same services and it really is harder to access services.
Families are heavily impacted by military service and the ensuing psychological problems. Indeed, as Ms. Symonds said, families are the primary supports for veterans. It's often at the spouse's suggestion that a veteran seeks help and receives support. The story Ms. Symonds shared today really isn't unique at all.