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Combat Stress

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Combat Stress

@CombatStress

We are Combat Stress, the UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health. Our support is available 24/7 to veterans and their families on 0800 138 1619.

combatstress.org.uk

Born May 12

Joined December 2009

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If you're a veteran struggling with your mental health – experiencing flashbacks, difficulty sleeping, feeling on edge, emotionally numb, or avoiding certain situations – these could be signs of PTSD. You are not alone. 💙 Our free, confidential Helpline is available 24/7 for
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Apr 21, 2022
We send our best wishes to Her Majesty the Queen today on her 96th birthday. Happy birthday your Majesty.
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Aug 17, 2016
@Harry_Styles Please take the #22PushupChallenge to raise awareness about veterans' PTSD! bit.ly/CS22puc
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Aug 30, 2023
1/3 We applaud Prince Harry for speaking out about the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging others to seek support if they’re struggling. On average veterans wait 13 years before asking for help by which time their mental health problems have become severe.
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@SkyNews
Aug 30, 2023
In his Heart of Invictus docuseries released on Netflix on Wednesday, Harry said his "biggest struggle" was "no one around me could really help" trib.al/FrH01NW
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May 8, 2024
We are immensely proud to announce that His Majesty King Charles III has retained his patronage of Combat Stress. Giles Peel, Chairman of Combat Stress, said: “Everyone at Combat Stress is deeply honoured by the news that His Majesty The King has elected to retain his patronage
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@CombatStress
Aug 17, 2016
@Louis_Tomlinson Please take the #22PushupChallenge to raise awareness about veterans' PTSD! bit.ly/CS22puc
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Aug 17, 2016
@NiallOfficial Please take the #22PushupChallenge to raise awareness about veterans' PTSD! bit.ly/CS22puc
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Jan 28, 2024
We were fortunate enough to visit @ITV #TriggerPoint Season 2 set and meet @Vicky_McClure, who plays Lana Washington, a military veteran with PTSD. Watch Vicky’s inspirational video urging veterans to seek support from us. Read more: ow.ly/Gkz250QuKOg #TriggerPointS2
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Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Nov 8, 2020
1/2 On this day, we thank and remember all those members of the Forces – past and present - who have given so much to protect this nation during both World Wars and all conflicts since. We will always remember, and be grateful for, their selfless sacrifice.
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Jan 31, 2019
Tomorrow it’s 100 days until we’re 100 years old. We’ll be counting down to the #CSCentenary by sharing one small insight each day into how we’ve been here for veterans with #mentalhealth problems over the last century. Watch this space! #100storiesin100days
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Feb 5, 2020
Today MP Diane Abbott tweeted that Lt Gen David Leakey, who claims John Bercow "brutalised" staff, couldn't have felt bullied because he served in the military. We're extremely disappointed by this response and have issued our full statement online combatstress.org.uk/about-us/news/…
Combat Stress
@CombatStress
Mar 21, 2024
Our thoughts on the comments made by Work and Pensions Secretary, @MelJStride:
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Nov 10, 2024
This Remembrance Sunday, we honor all service personnel, past and present, who’ve given so much for their country. Today, like every year, Combat Stress will staff stand with our nation's veterans in the Cenotaph march: ow.ly/3Zy150U3cGr
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@CombatStress
Nov 11, 2023
Armistice Day honours the day that First World War peace negotiations began. Today we remember, thank and recognise those who bravely fought and gave the ultimate sacrifice, alongside our thanks and respect to past and present Armed Forces members who continue to serve.
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