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IDF to enact new guidelines for recognizing suicides linked to service

A committee established to review the military's response to suicides linked to psychological trauma from service has proposed new guidelines to better support affected families. The recommendations, presented to senior defense officials, include a two-year window for families to seek recognition of suicides as service-related, and suggest that funerals for those recognized should feature military honors such as a commander-led eulogy and an official wreath. The committee also calls for dedicated military representatives to assist bereaved families during the mourning period and with the recognition process. These changes aim to address the challenges faced by veterans experiencing delayed psychological effects from their service and to ensure appropriate recognition and support for their families.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/idf-to-enact-new-guidelines-for-recognizing-suicides-linked-to-service/
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