Make mental health screening mandatory after military deployments

Make mental health screening mandatory after military deployments — 509 signatures. Status: open.

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Require all Armed Forces personnel to have a mental health screening with a qualified clinician before post-deployment leave. This could help identify hidden struggles, provide early support, and reduce suicide risk among service members.

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Too many service personnel struggle in silence after deployment. In 2021, 253 UK veterans died by suicide, with rates significantly higher among those under 25. Studies show around 1 in 5 UK Armed Forces personnel experience mental health issues such as PTSD, depression or anxiety. Mandatory screening before leave could identify hidden struggles early, provide support, and help prevent avoidable deaths.

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