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American Psychological Association. (2008, January 1). PTSD: Delayed reaction. Monitor on Psychology, 39(1). https://www.apa.org/monitor/jan08/delayed

When troops returning from Iraq are screened a second time, the proportion who report mental health problems rises.

Percentage of soldiers reporting mental health problems during routine screenings:

Active duty

Upon return from Iraq: 11.8%                                                                                                                          Three to six months later: 16.7%

Reserves

Upon return from Iraq: 12.7%                                                                                                                      Three to six months later: 24.5%

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