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Mental Health Is A Pressing
Issue In The Military
Community
Mental health in the military
community is a significant issue.
According to ADF statistics, 46.4%
of military personnel experience a
mental health disorder, with
anxiety being one of the most
prevalent. In addition, the ADF
says 8.3% of military members
experience PTSD – 3.1% higher
than the general population
average.
Clinical Psychologist, Professor
Zachary Steel, states:
