However, convenience sampling would not be an ideal method for this study. Convenience sampling is a sample technique that chooses components based only on their easy accessibility and practicality (Rubin & Babbie, 2017). This method, which involves selecting individuals who are easiest to reach, could potentially lead to a biased sample. For instance, it might disproportionately represent veterans who are more visible in public spaces or who utilize certain services, while excluding those who are more hidden or disengaged from services. Such a bias could distort the results and limit the generalizability of the study's findings. Therefore, despite its ease, convenience sampling would not be the preferred method for this hypothetical study