• Author: Norman Jones
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An evaluation of the psychological impact of operational rest and recuperation in United Kingdom Armed Forces personnel: a post-intervention survey

Abstract: Objective: Rest and Recuperation (R&R) is a period of home leave taken during an operational deployment; we sought to examine the relationship between taking R&R …

Attitudes to Mental Illness in the U.K. Military: a Comparison with the General Population

Abstract: Objectives: To compare attitudes to mental illness in the U.K. military and in the general population in England. Methods: Using data from a cross-sectional survey of …

Can mental health and readjustment be improved in UK military personnel by a brief period of structured postdeployment rest (third location decompression)?

Abstract: Objective: Third Location Decompression (TLD) is an activity undertaken by UK Armed Forces (UK AF) personnel at the end of an operational deployment which aims to smooth …

Impact of pre-enlistment antisocial behaviour on behavioural outcomes among UK military personnel

Abstract: Purpose: Concern has been raised over alleged increases in antisocial behaviour by military personnel returning from the deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan. US-based …

European military mental health research: benefits of collaboration

Abstract: Despite joint participation in international military operations, few collaborative military mental health research projects have been undertaken by European countries. …

Combat Experiences and their Relationship to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Symptom Clusters in UK Military Personnel Deployed to Afghanistan

Abstract: The association of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom clusters with combat and other operational experiences among United Kingdom Armed Forces (UK AF) …

Post-deployment screening for mental disorders and tailored advice about help-seeking in the UK military: a cluster randomised controlled trial

Abstract: The effectiveness of post-deployment screening for mental disorders has not been assessed in a randomised controlled trial. We aimed to assess whether post-deployment …

Forward psychiatry - early intervention for mental health problems among UK armed forces in Afghanistan

Abstract: BACKGROUND: This observational study examined return to duty (RTD) rates following receipt of early mental health interventions delivered by deployed mental health …

Prevalence of PTSD and other mental disorders in UK service personnel by time since end of deployment: a meta-analysis

Abstract: Background: US studies have shown an increase of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression, but not alcohol misuse related to time of assessment since …

Poor Sleep after Military Deployment: Associations with Mental Health Difficulties

Abstract: Background: Sleep difficulties, alcohol use and mental illness are often related; military studies suggest that post-deployment is a high-risk period for sleep problems. …

A service evaluation of self-referral to military mental health teams

Abstract: Background: The UK military runs a comprehensive mental health service ordinarily accessed via primary care referrals. Aims: To evaluate the feasibility of self-referral …

Mental health stigmatisation in deployed UK Armed Forces: a principal components analysis

Abstract: Introduction: UK military research suggests that there is a significant link between current psychological symptoms, mental health stigmatisation and perceived barriers …