The document summarizes a study that examined perceptions of veterans with PTSD based on whether they had a formal diagnosis or not. The study found that most people held similar views of veterans displaying PTSD symptoms, regardless of a diagnosis. However, females preferred to spend time with and introduce a formally diagnosed veteran to their family more than a non-diagnosed veteran displaying the same symptoms. The study had small effect sizes, suggesting the manipulation did not account for large differences in perceptions. It provides recommendations for future research focusing more on issues of personal safety with veterans.