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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 …

The Overlooked Casualities of Conflict 2009

Summary: This report was commissioned by the UK's The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Children's Fund to explore the experiences of Service children. This report has found there are …

The Prevalence of Common Mental Disorders and PTSD in the UK Military: Using Data from a Clinical Interview-based Study

Abstract: The mental health of the Armed Forces is an important issue of both academic and public interest. The aims of this study are to: a) assess the prevalence and risk …

Coping with traumatic memories: Second World War veterans’ experiences of social support in relation to the narrative coherence of war memories

Abstract: This paper reports a qualitative study that used narrative analysis to explore how social support helps many armed-services veterans cope with traumatic memories. The …

Health concerns in UK Armed Forces personnel

Abstract: As a result of the nature of their employment members of the UK Armed Forces may, on occasion, be exposed to physical danger. Although the nature of the occupational …

The Bradley Report - Lord Bradley's Review of People with Mental Health Problems or Learning Disabilities in the Criminal Justice System

Abstract: This report examines whether veteran offenders with mental health problems or learning disabilities could be diverted from prison to other support services.  

Parental Suicide: the Long-term Impact on Children and Young People

Abstract: This paper reports on a work-in-progress research project exploring adults' experiences of childhood or adult losses after parental suicide. Suicide is the violent and …

The Use of Psychological Decompression in Military Operational Environments

Abstract: This article reviews the use of psychological decompression as applied to troops returning from active service in operational theaters. Definitions of the term are …

The British armed services and the participation of minority ethnic communities: from equal opportunities to diversity?

Abstract: This paper examines the commitments enshrined in the Strategic Defence Review White Paper to make the armed forces more genuinely representative of the British …

JSP 534 The Tri-Service Resettlement and Employment Support Manual Part 1: Directive

Summary: JSP 534 is intended as the authoritative document for tri-Service resettlement and employment support policy and procedures throughout Defence and within the 3 Services. …

Risk Factors for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Among UK Armed Forces Personnel

Abstract: There is considerable interest in understanding further the factors that increase the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for military personnel. This study …

Old soldiers never die: they adapt their military skills and become successful civilians. What factors contribute to the successful transition of army Veterans to civilian life and work?

Abstract: This thesis has identified a number of factors which explain why those leaving the armed forces after 22 years or more of army service make successful transitions to …