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Understanding Ukrainian military chaplains as defenders of the human soul

Abstract: The aim of this article was to explore the stresses of war on the human soul, utilizing empirical research on the experiences and contributions of military chaplains …

Avatar-based health education: Applying self-determination theory to promote preventative care in U.S. military service members

Abstract: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) remain the leading cause of death in the United States, disproportionately impacting veterans and posing significant risks to active duty …

Behavioral activation for smoking cessation in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: A randomized clinical trial

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Certain psychiatric populations have especially low smoking cessation rates. This highlights the need to identify smoking treatments that increase cessation …

Enhancing psychological training in military personnel: Modern approaches, systemic assessments and hands-on recommendations

Abstract: Background: The level of combat readiness, including psychological training of military personnel, is crucial for mobilizing physical, mental, and psychological …

Discharge disposition in Veterans with heart failure: Impact of dementia and severe mental illness

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Post-acute heart failure (HF) care presents significant management challenges, particularly among veterans with cognitive and behavioral impairments due to …

Evaluating Veterans' preferences for renal denervation for treatment of difficult-to-control hypertension: A single-center survey study

Abstract: Background and Aims: Catheter-based renal denervation (RDN) is a safe and effective alternative treatment for hypertension. However, data on patient preferences are …

Heart rate variability impairment during sleep in Veterans with rapid eye movement sleep behaviour disorder, traumatic brain injury, and post-traumatic stress disorder: An early potential window into autonomic dysfunction?

Abstract: Individuals with comorbid rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behaviour disorder (RBD) and neurotrauma (NT; defined by traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress …

Heart rate variability impairment during sleep in Veterans with rapid eye movement sleep behaviour disorder, traumatic brain injury, and post‐traumatic stress disorder: An early potential window into autonomic dysfunction?

Abstract: Individuals with comorbid rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behaviour disorder (RBD) and neurotrauma (NT; defined by traumatic brain injury and post‐traumatic stress …

Investigating voices centered in Veteran family research: A call for greater representation

Abstract: When studying family systems and phenomena occurring within the family, a multi-informant approach allows researchers to capture nuanced accounts of family dynamics from …

Non-pharmacological interventions for Veterans living with chronic pain: a scoping review and intervention map

Abstract: Purpose: To describe the content of studied intervention programs, the rationale/mechanism and outcomes from these studies and the limitations and gaps within the …

Physical health correlates of co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD among U.S. Veterans: Results from a nationally representative study

Abstract: Co-occurring chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects between 4%-8% of the U.S. veteran population. A large body of research has documented the …

The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) and the health of the active component: Understanding the link between the ACFT and personnel health and injuries

Abstract: The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) became the U.S. Army's physical fitness test of record in October 2022. The test is substantially different from the previous test and …