Preventing Mental Distress Among the Military
This first edition of our new CRDCN Research Highlight series summarizes research findings regarding the role of various factors on adverse mental health outcomes in the military. Based on the Canadian Community Health Survey - Canadian Forces Supplement, the study confirms that multiple traumatic experiences increase the risk of mental disorders, while perceived social support decreases it. Authors recommend adopting both pre-deployment and post-deployment strategies to reduce mental distress following combat and peacekeeping missions. Read on.