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These studies suggest that ex-military personnel experience significant loneliness and social isolation due to factors like loss, difficulty connecting in civilian life, traumatic experiences, and demographic influences, necessitating targeted support and services.
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The experiences of loneliness and social isolation among ex-military personnel have garnered increasing attention due to their significant impact on mental and physical health. This synthesis examines the unique factors contributing to these experiences from discharge through transition to civilian life, based on research conducted between 2018 and 2023.
Sense of Loss and Difficulty in Civilian Connection:
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Experiential Isolation:
Older Veterans at Higher Risk:
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Ex-military personnel face unique challenges related to loneliness and social isolation, particularly during their transition to civilian life. The sense of loss, difficulty in forming new connections, and experiential isolation are significant factors. Older veterans are especially at risk, and there is a strong link between mental health issues and loneliness. Addressing these challenges requires targeted interventions, including standardized assessments and improved access to mental health services.
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