• Author: Simon Wessely
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Prevalence and Associations Between Traumatic Brain Injury and Mental Health Difficulties Within UK Veterans Accessing Support for Mental Health Difficulties

This article examines the rates of brain injury and symptoms of post concussion syndrome (PCS) within a sample of UK veterans who were seeking support from Combat Stress for mental …

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 …

Transition Back into Civilian Life: A Study of Personnel Leaving the UK Armed Forces via "Military Prison"

A study to identify the factors associated with poor outcomes for personnel leaving the United Kingdom Armed Forces early.

The Stigma of Mental Health Problems and Other Barriers to Care in the UK Armed Forces

Abstract: Background: As with the general population, a proportion of military personnel with mental health problems do not seek help. As the military is a profession at high risk …

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 help-seeking in the UK military - Authors' reply

Abstract: This author response provides further justification for the validity of findings from a specific piece of research into post-deployment screening within the UK military.

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 …

Public Opinion of the Armed Forces in Canada, U.K. and the U.S.

Abstract: Public opinion of the military impacts morale of active and ex-service members, generates financial backing for military support services and influences political …

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 …