The government has simplified access to psychological assistance for the military
Kyiv • UNN
The Cabinet of Ministers has improved the mechanism for providing psychological assistance to military personnel. Government agencies will be able to independently approve procedures for referring military personnel for free psychological assistance.
The Cabinet of Ministers has improved the mechanism for providing psychological assistance services of the second and third levels to war veterans, their families and some other categories of people. This was reported by the Ministry of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine, according to UNN.
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Reportedly, from now on, state bodies and central executive authorities that have military formations and law enforcement agencies under their jurisdiction will be able to independently approve procedures for referring persons serving in their ranks to receive psychological assistance services.
This will provide quick and free access to qualified psychological assistance to active military personnel to overcome the effects of stress and improve stress resistance, and prevent the onset and exacerbation of mental disorders
The Ministry of Veterans operates the Register of Providers of Psychological Rehabilitation Services for Veterans and Their Families. Reportedly, the Ministry will reimburse the cost of psychological assistance services provided to specialized institutions of various forms of ownership, including individual entrepreneurs who provide such services.
You can also check your psychological state through the MARTA diagnostic system, the agency reminded. The site also has practical recommendations for improving sleep, reducing anxiety, etc.
