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Factors contributing to performance validity test (PVT) and symptom validity test (SVT) performance in a Veteran TBI sample

Abstract:Objective: To examine the association between the validity cut scores of Neurobehavioral Symptom Inventory (NSI) (NIM5 >12, LOW6>13, Validity-10>22, NSI Total Score>58) …

Follow-up survey response in relation to military deployments

Abstract: Introduction: The longitudinal study of service members is necessary to assess the unique occupational exposures and experiences that may affect long-term health and …

Harassment and discrimination: A snapshot of regular force members’ experiences in the Canadian Armed Forces

Abstract: As part of the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) code of Values and Ethics,1 the organization should support a work environment …

Identifying suicide risk in Veterans with criminal-legal involvement: A latent profile analysis of criminogenic needs and posttraumatic stress

Abstract:Veterans with criminal legal system involvement (VCLI) are believed to be a particularly important group in suicide prevention efforts given high rates of death by …

Lessons from refining a focus group protocol with Veterans: Adapted think-alouds and accommodated focus groups for persons with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Objectives: To improve research involving people with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Project I-HEAL sought to refine a focus group guide for those who may have cognitive …

Metabolic syndrome among testicular cancer survivors: Long-term follow-up of the Veterans Affairs Health System

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The 5-year survival rate for patients with testicular germ cell tumors (TC) is excellent. However, these survivors are at an increased risk for metabolic …

Military culture and change: How a NATO workshop emphasizes the imperative of critical paradigms

Abstract: This article starts with a brief summary of military culture to set the stage for a discussion of what can be learned from papers that were presented and discussions that …

Military experience and mortgage stress

Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between military service and mortgage stress. Utilizing data from the Panel Study of Income Dynamics (PSID), our analysis reveals …

Military Veterans’ psychological health and physical activity following separation from service

Abstract: The transition from military to civilian life can bring about substantive challenges for United States (U.S.) veterans. The purpose of this study was to examine …

Mindful self-compassion for Veterans with morally injurious experiences and co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder: A feasibility study

Abstract: Objective: This study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of delivering Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) to veterans with moral injury and co-occurring PTSD and …

Neighborhood socioeconomic disadvantage is not associated with adverse outcomes following elective spine surgery in older Veterans

Abstract: Background: In the US, over half of all cervical and lumbar arthrodesis spine surgeries are for people >= 60 years of age. The extent to which adverse outcomes vary by …

Optimizing drug-resistant epilepsy identification in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Accurate identification of drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) is crucial for accurate disease measurement, effective clinical intervention and improved patient …