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were supporting their families through such suffering also needed tailored support too.
Ryan, former Chair of the BSSG, was just 19 when his older brother was killed in Iraq. Ryan said:
“When my brother died in Iraq I didn't speak to anyone about it. We were very close but I didn't speak to my mum and dad because I wanted to be there for them. But this group helped me – it helped to build my confidence. We meet up and talk about what we have been through and we understand what each other is thinking.”
For more about Ryan’s story or other similar stories please visit: (www.
ssafasupportgroups.org.uk).
Two national events have been held, one in Manchester with various opportunities for mutual support and another event at the ‘Go ape’ centre in Buckinghamshire focusing on increasing self-esteem and team building exercises.
The Bereaved Sibling Art Exhibition will also take place in London, at SSAFA Central Office in 2014. Bereaved siblings, professionals and interested parties will all attend. This will be an opportunity for
bereaved siblings to express their emotions through various artistic mediums, as well as offer insight into how bereaved siblings feel when losing a brother or sister in the Armed Forces, thus raising awareness.
Families of the wounded injured and sick The Families of the wounded, Injured and Sick Service Personnel Mutual Support Group (FISP) is for families of the Armed Forces whose relatives have been wounded, injured or sick while serving in the Armed Forces and like the other Groups exists to help families are able to share their experiences and emotions with those that have been through similar circumstances.
Lisa a member of FISP said:
“Paul was lucky to be alive and although he’s getting better, it is a long road to
recovery. The Support Group helped me to talk through my thoughts with people who had been through similar experiences. That was really important. I am now in a position to help people who find themselves in a similar situation.”
For more about Lisa’s story or other similar stories please visit: (www.
ssafasupportgroups.org.uk).
References:
Bright, J.I., Baker, K.D., & Neimeyer, R.A. (1999). Professional and paraprofessional group treatments for depression: a comparison of cognitive-behavioral and mutual support interventions.
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 67(4), 491-50.nhanced localised support, as well as smaller and more intimate groups.
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