This podcast covers common mental health issues that may arise when service personnel leave the military and become veterans.
We examine the transition period, looking at the risk factors associated with this and the support systems available. Mental health provisions for veterans can seem like a confusing topic to NHS psychiatrists. However, it is likely that, in clinical practice, all psychiatrists will come into contact with this cohort of patients and it is important for psychiatrists to have a sense of understanding.
This podcast will aim to review some commonly held misconceptions about veterans’ mental health and discuss further the support available when service personnel leave the military.
Learning objectives
By the end of this podcast, you should be able to:
- recognise who is considered a UK veteran and the challenges they face when transitioning from military to civilian life
- describe how veterans are supported with their mental health on discharge from the military
- identify the common mental health issues that may arise in the veteran population and the risk factors associated with these
- develop an awareness of the availability of third sector veterans’ mental health care and psychosocial support once they have left the armed services.
Availability
This podcast is available as part of a CPD eLearning subscription.
