His initial report said that mental health care was seriously lacking as governments squabbled over funding, but today he announced a resolution which he says will go a long toward solving the problem.

"It is obvious that this kind of collateral damage can not entirely be avoided," Mr Marin said.

"Stress and anxiety are among the costs of war."

Mr Marin says while the damage cannot always be avoided, it the responsibility of governments to ensure the families are properly cared for after the fact. SOURCE: © 2007 Australian Broadcasting Corporation