Combat Stress 100 Film screening at Bentley Priory Museum

A heart-breaking film made by military veterans about living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) will be screened at Bentley Priory Museum in Stanmore next month. Combat Stress 100, made to mark our centenary, captures the compelling and heartrending stories of military veterans – the comradery of basic training, fighting on the front line, the devastating impact of PTSD and their enduring strength to rebuild their lives. Working with UK reminiscence charity Age Exchange, the film was made by eight veterans with mental health conditions who were treated by us. 

They were trained to film and conduct interviews with fellow veterans who we have also supported. In total, more than 70 interviews were recorded across the UK in the summer. The museum will show the film on Friday 6 December, followed by a Q&A with Age Exchange Artistic Director David Savill and our Vice President Robert Bieber.

The screening is included within the museum admission price. Sue Freeth, Chief Executive of Combat Stress, said: “Veterans who courageously shared their story on screen did so in the hope that it will inspire others to follow in their path and seek mental health support. These interviews are powerful, emotive and often heart-breaking but together they help to breakdown the barrier to seeking help and increase public understanding of how military service can affect the mental health of servicemen and women. “I hope the public will support the veteran community by watching this film. Anyone affected by the film can call our 24-hour Helpline 0800 138 1619.”

More information about the screening can be found here.