Australian military and veterans' mental health care: improving assessment of military personnel and veterans.

Australas Psychiatry

Joint Health Unit, Central NSW, Australian Defence Force, Australia.

Published: April 2021

Objective: To describe key practical knowledge and skill components required for clinicians involved with the assessment of military personnel and veterans.

Conclusions: Assessment of military and veterans' mental health issues involves a tailored history-taking process that includes specific aspects of service, transition and reporting requirements. Recommendations for the detailed assessment of military personnel and veterans are provided. Comorbid conditions, chronic pain and the needs of both women and older veterans are also discussed.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1039856220943043DOI Listing

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