Comorbid chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder in UK veterans: a lot of theory but not enough evidence

Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are strongly correlated in military veteran populations. The aim of this article is to review what …

Assessing the potential use of art therapy in the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence Department of Community Mental Health

Abstract: UK Armed Forces personnel experiencing mental health difficulties are not, at present, offered art therapy as a treatment option. This paper considers the prevalence of …

Armed forces continuous working patterns survey: 2018/19

Abstract: The Continuous Working Patterns (CWP) Survey is a seven day diary completed by trained, UK regular personnel to record the number of hours spent at work, on call, on …

Gambling Problems and Military- and Health-Related Behaviour in UK Armed Forces Veterans

Abstract: Internationally, problem gambling is elevated in Armed Forces veterans compared to the general population. Here, we re-examined the prevalence of problem gambling in …

Outcomes from a One-Week Adapted Sport and Adapted Adventure Recovery Programme for Military Personnel

Abstract: The Battle Back Centre offers a bespoke, Self Determination Theory-oriented adapted sport and adventurous training programme centred on experiential learning and …

DSC Focus On: UK Armed Forces Charities - Sector Trends

Abstract: The charity sector is neither static nor homogeneous. Charities come and go as beneficiary needs change, economic and social pressures shift, and public support peaks …

Fighting with pride: LGBTQ in the Armed Forces

Abstract: To mark the 20th anniversary of the lifting of the British Armed Forces ‘gay ban’ on 12 January 2020, this book brings together a selection of LGBTQ servicemen and …

Focus On: Armed Forces Charities' Housing Provision

Abstract: Housing provision refers to the provision of accommodation, and other relevant support services, which help members of the armed forces community to secure and maintain …

Experimental Statistics: Ex-service personnel in the prison population, England and Wales

Abstract: Since January 2015 in the UK, as part of the Basic Custody Screening (BCS) interview, individuals entering custody have been asked whether they had previously served in …

Mental health service acceptability for the armed forces veteran community

Abstract: Background: Despite developments in mental health services for armed forces veterans and family members, barriers to access associated with poor levels of acceptability …

A Smartphone App and Personalized Text Messaging Framework (InDEx) to Monitor and Reduce Alcohol Use in Ex-Serving Personnel: Development and Feasibility Study

Abstract: Background: Self-reported alcohol misuse remains high in armed forces personnel even after they have left service. More than 50% of ex-serving personnel meet the …

Focus On: Armed Forces Charities’ Physical Health Provision

This research maps the physical health support offered by the charity sector to the Armed Forces community.