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Trusting other clinicians’ assessments across NHS services is a tricky issue, but we have to make it a reality to reduce the amount of times veterans have to repeat their story. It’s very high up the list of feedback the AF community give us. #wontgiveup Midlands Op COURAGE

What's really important is that any Veteran who is concerned that they might have PTSD knows that they can rapidly access evidence based care from the NHS. All UK Veterans can access good advice on where/how to seek help from the Veterans Gateway (08‍08 80‍2 12‍12 or online).

📢If you are a Cobseo Member you are entitled to a 50% discount on the King's Centre for Military Health Research Veteran’s Mental Health Conference (max 2 discounted tickets per organisation) thanks to sponsors Forces in Mind Trust. Read more here: cobseo.org.uk/cobseo-members…

Lancaster University are recruiting a senior research associate for a FiMT-funded project. The research is examining treatment pathways for veterans with co-occurring mental health and alcohol problems. hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?r…

This #childrensmentalhealthweek we are highlighting key literature exploring factors impacting the Mental health of Service children in the UK- a group currently underrepresented in research. Read more in the thread🧵below.

Did you know that NHS Talking Therapies can help people with a range of conditions such as health anxiety, panic attacks and body dysmorphia. The service is effective, confidential and free. Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk.

"They are probably some of the leading trauma surgeons in the world with their experience." Ukrainian surgeons have been working with UK military surgical teams from Defence Medical Services and The Royal College of Surgeons of England to ensure the best possible outcomes for casualties. 🇺🇦#StandWithUkraine 🏥🚑

Bloody good question. One for Keir Starmer to dodge..

Here is another great opportunity for female veterans to get involved with research about alcohol consumption and managing alcohol use. I have just met with Dan Leightley and Grace Williamson from King's Centre for Military Health Research and they are keen to hear from you.

🌺🕯️We were deeply saddened to hear about the death of WW2 veteran Jack Jennings who has died at the age of 104. He is thought to be the last surviving veteran of the infamous Burma Railway. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Thank you for your service, Sir. 🕊️🇬🇧

As AI increasingly is used in healthcare, our newest review looks at the experiences and concerns of key stakeholders in using AI in healthcare. Read it here - journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/20… DIGITAL HEALTH Ultromics

🎖️Participants Wanted 🎖️ We are looking for women who have served to test digital platforms to manage alcohol use in this innovative new study. Interested? Join the study using the link below: kclbs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9t…

We are currently recruiting partners of military personnel and veterans to find out how military and family life impacts your lifestyle behaviours, e.g. alcohol use and eating patterns. You can take part by following the link in the blog here: kcmhr.org/researching-th…

FiMT RC Conference 2024 Speaker Announcement!📢 Dr Sarah Dixon Smith (Dr Sarah Dixon Smith) from Imperial College London, will present at the FiMT RC #conference on 13th May 2024. Full agenda and registration here: fimt-rc.org/conference #research #researchconference #armedforces

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A pioneering treatment for complex post-traumatic stress disorder has shown promising results in an early trial with ex-Service personnel. fim-trust.org/news-policy-it…

The Forces in Mind Trust team are #hiring! Follow the link below for more information on the Policy Officer role, and to apply⬇️

Interesting research on use of digital therapy to increase access to effective treatments for social anxiety disorder and PTSD linkedin.com/pulse/how-digi…

Help improve the transition experience. The @fimt_rc are looking for those who have left the Armed Forces between 2 and 10 years ago to take part in new research. Register below ⬇️⬇️

A fascinating & cutting edge Forces in Mind Trust Mental Health Research Programme study comparing biological vs chronological age of three UK veteran groups who deployed to Afghanistan (ie those injured, not injured, or with mental trauma) to determine links with accelerated ageing: