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Article Title: Confronting the Mental Health Challenges of Large-Scale Combat Operations

Author(s): Rebekah Cole, Ph.D., Uniformed Services University: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences   Search for articles by this author in MEDLINE®; Mason Remondelli, BS, Uniformed Services University: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences 

Keywords: large scale combat operations, mental health, moral injury, resilience, post-traumatic stress disorder

Summary: The Department of Defense predicts that future conflicts will involve large-scale combat operations (LSCOs) characterized by high-intensity warfare between technologically advanced nations. These conflicts may result in prolonged exposure to violence, increasing the risk of severe mental health consequences for military personnel, veterans, and civilians.

Given these anticipated threats, we urge mental health professionals to proactively address the anticipated mental health challenges associated with LSCOs and implement strategic interventions to mitigate their psychological burden on service members, veterans, and civilians.

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