Everyone responds differently to potentially morally injurious events. In many cases, people who are morally distressed begin to feel better over time without needing professional support. However, for some, the emotional impact can last longer or become especially difficult to manage and may develop into a moral injury or a formal mental health condition.
Remember, reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness, and there is help available.
We recommend seeking professional help if:
- Your symptoms are very bad, and they do not seem to be getting better.
- You are having considerable trouble functioning in daily life—at work, at home, or in relationships.
- You are relying on potentially harmful ways to cope, like alcohol, drugs, or self-harm.
If you recognise that you are persistently experiencing several of the symptoms of moral injury, and it is substantially impacting your quality of life, functioning, and relationships, you should speak to your GP or another healthcare professional.
Where to get help
