Table 1
Socio-demographic Information for Interview Participants.
| Participant | Sex | Age | Relationship Status | Employment | Service | Main Role | Years in Military |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P1 | Male | 38 | Single | Full-time | British Army | Combat Support | 15 |
| P2 | Male | 55 | Married | Not working due to ill health | Royal Navy | Combat | 13 |
| P3 | Male | 32 | Married | Not working due to ill health | Royal Air Force | Combat | 4 |
| P4 | Male | 65 | Married | Part-time | British Army | Combat | 25 |
| P5 | Male | 50 | Married | Full-time | British Army | Combat | 22 |
| P6 | Male | 49 | Divorced | Full-time | British Army | Combat | 16 |
| P7 | Male | 55 | Married | Full-time | Royal Navy | Combat | 9 |
| P8 | Male | 60 | Married | Retired | British Army | Combat | 15 |
Table 2
Key Themes from Interviews.
| Superordinate Themes | Subthemes |
|---|---|
| Cohort relationships | – Knowing each other well – Motivating and support each other – Communication – Share information and advice – Non-cohesive cohort |
| Cohort dynamics | – Negative moods and attitudes – Motivation for change – Combination of people – Division between cohorts |
| Shared experience | – “In the same boat” – Unique bond with veterans – Similar military experience |
| Containment | – Living in a “bubble” – Support after 1:1 therapy – Learning skills – The whole package – Treatment intensity |