Potentially morally injurious events and posttraumatic stress symptom change across the military-to-civilian transition: A prospective study

Abstract: This prospective study examined whether exposure to potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs), specifically self-attributed transgressions, other-attributed …

Leveraging the electronic health record for early detection of pancreatic cancer among 9.4 million US Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Early detection of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) improves survival. However, screening recommendations are limited to individuals with hereditary …

Physical activity to reduce cardiometabolic risk in Veterans and their families: Protocol for an interdisciplinary investigation with toolkit co-design

Abstract: Many veterans experience a decline in their physical activity following their separation from service. Contributory factors include changes in lifestyle, routines and …

The silent struggle: Understanding factors influencing Veterans' mental healthcare-seeking behaviour through an integrative review

Abstract: Despite the availability of evidence-based treatments, many United States veterans do not seek or complete mental healthcare when needed, which contributes to adverse …

A multidimensional investigation of pain and pain management strategies in Veterans with chronic conditions residing in Abadan, Iran

Abstract: Background: Chronic pain is a multidimensional phenomenon with sensory, emotional, cognitive, and social consequences. Due to the nature of their long-term injuries and …

Association of antidepressant serotonin transporter affinity with bleeding events in a Veteran population

Abstract: PURPOSE/BACKGROUND: Treatment-emergent bleeding is a well-known risk with serotonergic antidepressants. Studies assessing this risk based on varying serotonergic binding …

Barriers to PTSD treatment in Veterans with traumatic brain injury: A mixed-methods analysis

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are prevalent among veterans, often leading to significant functional, social, and occupational …

Case difficulty and non-routine events by surgical team members in a large prospective observational study at 5 Veterans Affairs Medical Centers

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Excessive workload is associated with degraded operator performance and outcomes. The construct of surgical "team workload" is poorly specified, and …

Changes in post-hospital care in skilled nursing facilities for Veterans: A cohort analysis

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Like the US population, the Veteran population is aging rapidly and has increasing current and future needs for skilled nursing facilities (SNF). OBJECTIVES: …

Cognitive and neurobehavioral phenotypes of post 9/11 Veterans with epilepsy and mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and epilepsy are significant health concerns among the veteran population, but the links between mild TBI and cognitive and …

Cost-effectiveness of evidence-based psychotherapies for PTSD: An examination of different treatment delivery modalities

Abstract: The goal of this study was to examine the cost-effectiveness of evidence-based psychotherapies for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including prolonged exposure and …

Effectiveness of emotionally focused couple therapy in a multidisciplinary Veterans Health Care setting

Abstract: Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) is an empirically validated treatment for relationship distress with well-established efficacy. However, there is an increased …