Monday, March 12, 2012

U.S. Army Suicides Up 80 Percent Since Invasion Of Iraq


Troops In Afghanistan Face Mental Health Issues, Studies Say -- L.A. Times

After an American soldier allegedly killed 16 Afghans in their homes in a horrific shooting spree during the weekend, military officials speaking on condition of anonymity said it was believed the suspect in the slayings had suffered a mental breakdown.

Though the reason for Sunday's tragedy remains under investigation, mental illness has been a persistent and growing problem for members of the military in Afghanistan, according to several recent studies.

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More News On The Growing Mental Health Breakdown Of U.S. Military Soldiers/Vets

Army suicides up 80 per cent since the start of the Iraq War -- Daily Mail
Suicides, Mental Health Woes Soar Since Start of Iraq War, Study Finds -- ABC News
Suicides among Army personnel up 80% in four years -- L.A. Times
Study: Suicide rates among army soldiers up 80 percent -- CBS News
Soldier Suicide Rate Rose 80% in 4 Years: Young, Low Rank & Active Combat at Highest Suicide Risk -- Medical Daily
Army Suicide Rates Soar Since Start Of Afghanistan And Iraq Wars -- IBTimes
Army Suicide: Tip of the Service’s “Mental Health Iceberg” -- Mark Thompson, Time

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