Help for Heroes

Around 1,000 UK military personnel were flown home from Afghanistan this year (Picture: Help for Heroes)

Help for Heroes reveals veterans struggling with mental health crisis

The Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan has caused serious anxiety for many, including those who served in the country as part of the UK’s Armed Forces (Graphic: Kim Mogg)

The mental health challenges still being faced by Afghanistan veterans

Many veterans are now seeking help from mental health charities in response to the Taliban’s return to power (Graphic: Kim Mogg)

No extra mental health support for veterans, says government

Those currently serving as military personnel - and veterans - were among those finding it difficult during lockdown, with some reaching out for help from charities and other services (Graphic: Kim Mogg)

Charities see rise in military personnel seeking support in lockdown