Health and Social Outcomes and Health Service Experiences of UK Military Veterans
Abstract: In this report we summarise the available evidence on the health and social outcomes, and the heath service experiences, of former members of the UK Armed Forces (hereafter referred to as ex-Service personnel). An earlier report on this topic, published in 2003, revealed a dearth of evidence for outcomes among UK ex-Service personnel. Nevertheless, the limited evidence available suggested that the majority of personnel do well after they leave the Armed Forces.
While most individuals achieve the transition to civilian life smoothly, some face significant challenges. Although numerous support services are available to those who need them, …