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"Sharp Rise in Number of Veterans Seeking Help for PTSD"
There's been a sharp rise in numbers of veterans seeking help for post-traumatic stress disorder, according to the leading mental health charity for ex-service personnel.
Combat Stress, which provides counselling and support to traumatised ex-service personnel, says there’s been a 26 per cent rise in people seeking its services over the last year, and that they’re now treating almost 6,000 veterans.
The organisation added that most of those being treated served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and that they are ‘very concerned’ by the rise in cases.
If you think you or a loved one might be suffering from symptoms of PTSD, contact either of the charities below.
PTSD Resolution
Help line and enquiries: 0300 302 0551
Email: [email protected]
Combat Stress
24hr Helpline: 0800 138 1619
General Enquiries: 01372 587 000
Email: [email protected]
NHS Veterans' Healthcare
http://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/Militaryhealthcare/Veteranshealthcare/Pages/veterans-mental-health.aspx
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