PLoS medicine
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Journalists have a tremendous opportunity, say thePLoS Medicine Editors, to educate the public about mental health problems and their treatment.
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Comparative Study
Suicide after leaving the UK armed forces--a cohort study.
Few studies have examined suicide risk in individuals once they have left the military. We aimed to investigate the rate, timing, and risk factors for suicide in all those who had left the UK Armed Forces (1996-2005). ⋯ Young men who leave the UK Armed Forces were at increased risk of suicide. This may reflect preservice vulnerabilities rather than factors related to service experiences or discharge. Preventive strategies might include practical and psychological preparation for discharge and encouraging appropriate help-seeking behaviour once individuals have left the services.