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Veterans’ mental health – an overview

Veteran mental illness can stem from military service experiences. PTSD, depression, anxiety and substance abuse are some of the outcomes experienced by veterans. These issues are exacerbated by reintegration challenges and perceived lack of support.

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Veteran health – an overview
Veteran health – an overview
Dr Catherine Eltringham

Veterans’ health may seem complicated but veterans suffer from the same conditions as other Australians, albeit often at an earlier age due to the interaction of several factors and changes that occur across the course of military life, from enlistment to retirement.