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LGB female Veterans’ experience of military service during the 'gay ban': a qualitative study

Abstract: Introduction: Until 2000, the UK Armed Forces implemented a 'gay ban' that led to the investigation and discharge of thousands of lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) …

Gender differences in structural and attitudinal barriers to mental healthcare in UK armed forces personnel and veterans with self-reported mental health problems

Abstract: Purpose: Structural and attitudinal barriers often hinder treatment-seeking for mental health problems among members of the Armed Forces. However, little is known about …

Improving access to service charities for female veterans

To date, considerations of improving access to and quality of care for veterans often emphasise male perspectives. This may not reflect the needs of female veterans, nor anticipate …

Reconsolidation of traumatic memories protocol compared to trauma-focussed cognitive behaviour therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder in UK military veterans: a randomised controlled feasibility trial

Abstract: Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs more commonly in military veterans than the general population. Whilst current therapies are effective, up to …

10 Year Research Report 2013-2023

The purpose of this document is to explore all Combat Stress research over the past decade, which has as its focal point understanding the needs of the veteran community affected …

Analysis of Project-100 Closed Cases

The reports describes a set of analyses of Project-100 closed cases. In particular, we analysed clients’ improvement while in therapy in terms of the GAD-7, PHQ-9, PCL-5, and …

Conducting ethnographic research in male-dominated environments: Reflections of a(n) (emotional) female researcher

Abstract: This article contributes to the field of qualitative research by shining a light on the additional and invisible work demanded of female ethnographers undertaking …

Health and well-being of serving and ex-serving UK armed forces personnel: protocol for the fourth phase of a longitudinal cohort study

Abstract: Introduction: This is the fourth phase of a longitudinal cohort study (2022-2023) to investigate the health and well-being of UK serving (Regulars and Reservists) and …

Eating disorder risk and common mental disorders in British servicewomen: A cross-sectional observational study

Abstract: PurposeServicewomen are at increased risk of common mental disorders compared with servicemen and their female civilian counterparts. The prevalence of eating disorder …

ENHANCE Study: Improving access to evidence-based treatment for women veteran survivors of sexual trauma

The ENHANCE study by Combat Stress aimed to provide guidance on improving access to the best evidence-based treatment for women veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma …

Dissociation: an overlooked concern in military training and an important factor in suicide

Abstract: Armed conflicts around the world expose members of defence forces to ever more traumatic events. However, figures for suicide after leaving the UK Armed Forces from 1996 …

Veterans’ places, pathways and people programme: Interim evaluation report

Abstract:The VPPP interim evaluation, covering the programme’s first year, assesses how regional portfolios under the Veterans’ Places, Pathways and People programme have built …