Military heightens mental health precautions

Friday, August 30, 2002

BAGRAM, Afghanistan -- U.S. soldiers will be screened for psychological problems before they leave Afghanistan and commanders will watch out for symptoms of depression and anxiety among their troops, the military announced Thursday in a new focus on mental health.

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