How does the data compare with the specific demographics of those serving? I find it interesting that the comparison is made with the general population, rather than a comparable populations of who is actually serving. I wonder if it's just incidental or if it's that the rate would be less dramatic in that comparison.
I sort of would expect suicide rates to be higher, I guess if I thought about it, because of the stress of the situation and the separation from a full range of friends and family support.
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