The British army will open its doors to the mentally ill: new recruitment rules
The British Ministry of Defense has updated the rules for recruitment into the army: now diagnoses such as autism and ADHD will not be an obstacle to service. This is due to the largest reduction in the number of soldiers in 200 years.
The UK is introducing new army recruitment rules, allowing people with diagnoses previously considered incompatible with military service to serve. Among them are autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other mental disorders.
The British Ministry of Defense says that the changes are dictated by the need to adapt to modern conditions. The strict selection rules that have been in force for many years have been recognized as outdated.
The main reason for the reform was the historical reduction in the number of military personnel: the size of the army has reached its lowest level in the last 200 years. Under the new conditions, the Ministry is striving to attract more people to the ranks of the Royal Army, taking into account modern views on mental health.
This initiative has caused a mixed reaction. Proponents believe that such changes will help break down the stigma around mental disorders and provide equal opportunities for all. Critics fear that this may affect the combat capability of the army.
The innovations will take effect in the coming months, and their results will be closely monitored. The Ministry of Defense is confident that the updated rules will effectively adapt the British army to the challenges of the 21st century.
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