Veterans Health and Gambling Study

The UK Armed Forces Veterans’ Health and Gambling Study will assess gambling behaviour and mental health in veterans and non-veterans.

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Today we report the first UK-wide survey to explore gambling among ex-Service personnel. Our findings support international evidence that veterans are at greater risk of gambling harm. Screening and education are important, but it’s also vital to reduce stigma around seeking help

[Forces in Mind Trust @FiMTrust]

🆕 Today, we have published new research which has found that veterans are significantly more likely to struggle with problem gambling than non-veterans in the UK.

More information below on the research from @SwanseaUni, which was funded by FiMT⬇️

https://t.co/dYWc8E6Qhv

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[BMJ Military Health @MilitaryH_BMJ]

With veterans 11 times more likely to have gambling issues, what more could be done to support these individuals?
https://t.co/h6N2f6gtZ2

[Alan Smith @BishopStAlbans]

Hugely important research from @zorroesque and others at @SwanseaUni on problem gambling among veterans

Vital we have a research base, which is why I and fellow Lords have tabled an amendment to the Armed Forces Bill to encourage the MOD to collect data on problem gambling

[Samaritans Cymru @SamaritansCymru]

Veteran suicide figures to be recorded for first time in England & Wales. We strongly welcome this announcement @WelshGovernment @GOVUK. This will help us target prevention for this higher risk group & identify opportunities for change. #EverybodysBusiness https://t.co/09wEQvgSKI

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

New research reported by Prof Simon Dymond of @SwanseaPsych @SwanseaUni strengthens the case for additional support for ex-Services personnel, who face increased vulnerability to gambling harm:

[Forces in Mind Trust @FiMTrust]

🆕 Today, we have published new research which has found that veterans are significantly more likely to struggle with problem gambling than non-veterans in the UK.

More information below on the research from @SwanseaUni, which was funded by FiMT⬇️

https://t.co/dYWc8E6Qhv

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[King's Centre for Military Health Research @kcmhr]

Live at #vmhc2021: Professor Simon Dymond takes to the live stream to discuss the #UK Veterans’ Health and Gambling Study

Watch live: https://t.co/C08kAa1E1j

If you have any questions, please use the Q&A functionality in Microsoft Teams.

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Whilst this account has been quiet recently, we have been busy with data analysis! Our Primary Investigator Professor Simon Dymond @zorroesque presents some of our preliminary findings at @kcmhr 's annual conference this morning! #vmhc2021

[Forces in Mind Trust @FiMTrust]

Starting in 5 minutes 🕙

Join us for the final session of the #vmhc2021 to hear about some important FiMT-funded research on the subject of substance misuse and gambling, including a new report published today.

📺 https://t.co/MI3F4VlkfZ

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

@ARecoverer @FiMTrust @nickymurdochMBE Yes it is! Our data collection is drawing to a close now, so please watch this space for findings. We are always happy to join in the conversation on focussed support for veterans developing/living with/recovering from gambling disorder

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Our civilian Health and Wellbeing survey is now live!

This survey examines health, gambling-behaviour and healthcare use in non-veterans from the UK and Northern Ireland.

To take part in the survey, please follow this link: https://t.co/jWNsTYLh0J

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Further to our work focussing on veterans, our researchers and Principal Investigator call for NHS clinics for gambling disorder in Wales.

By filling out our survey, we can better identify the needs for veterans across the UK also. Take part here: https://t.co/76krV7a0oz

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

We would like to welcome Katie Wood to our team! Katie joins the Swansea team from Plymouth as we continue with data collection. Croeso mawr i Katie!

Veterans can still take part! By taking our survey you further the knowledge of gambling and its impacts. https://t.co/76krV7a0oz

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Many thanks to Welsh Government for their continued support of our research. You can read more about it in their Armed Forces Covenant report below!
https://t.co/2JuPX9ozOi

[Combat Stress @CombatStress]

The UK Armed Forces Veterans’ Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK is the first survey exploring wellbeing and gambling in UK veterans. Whether you gamble or not, they want to hear from you. Take part at https://t.co/8oQG5XYjxs and to say thanks they'll send you a £20 voucher

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

ICYMI: Our study featured in a special piece written for @WalesOnline on Friday. @JustynLarcombe related some of his story to us. We need help in understanding why veterans might be at greater risk of gambling problems, and our research is just the start! https://t.co/3eQy4U9w4v

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2020 is a great time to reflect. However, many will overlook problem gambling and its wide-reaching consequences.
#Veterans, please help us further understand gambling, #mentalhealth, and more by taking part in our research.
https://t.co/76krV7a0oz

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Important information with regards to frontline Veteran's support services following @VeteransUK_MOD and @DefenceHQ review. During this time, it is more important than ever to check in on your oppo's and reach out to your loved ones if you are struggling. https://t.co/0cE0ATqf32

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Whether you gamble or not, your personal experiences in the UK Armed Forces, and life as a veteran after leaving the Armed Forces, are really important in helping us understand the mental and financial wellbeing of our 2.5 million veterans. https://t.co/76krV7a0oz

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

With the current #COVID19 situation, the research team would like to remind you that the survey is safely accessible online. By helping us with our research on UK Veteran's health and financial wellbeing, you will also be helping to #FlattenTheCurve . https://t.co/76krV7a0oz

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

Dr. Neil Kitchiner, Director & Consultant Clinical Lead for NHS @veteranswales, and Co-Investigator for the research project is in attendance at today's @kcmhr Veterans' Mental Health Conference and will give a brief overview of the research project #VMHC2020

[Veterans Health and Gambling Study @VeteransGamUK]

The survey takes an average of 30 minutes to complete. This means that you can help us better understand a few complex issues that veterans face (such as issues with finances and healthcare) and earn a £20 voucher all in your lunch break! https://t.co/76krV7a0oz