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Journeys of Redemption and Reconciliation: The Return of South African Defence Force Veterans to Angola

Abstract: A number of South African Defence Force (SADF) veterans have undertaken trips to the erstwhile Angolan battlefields of the so-called ‘Border War’ (1966–1989) in …

Long-Term Correlates of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury on Postconcussion Symptoms After Deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan in the UK Military

Abstract: We assessed whether mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) reported by UK service personnel between2007 and 2009 was associated with postconcussion symptoms (PCS) 7 to 8 …

The Association Between Traditional Masculinity Ideology and Predictors of Military to Civilian Transition Among Veteran Men

Abstract: Although there is ample evidence that endorsement of traditional masculinity ideology may negatively affect veteran men’s military to civilian transition, it remains …

School Transitions among Military Adolescents: A Qualitative Study of Stress and Coping

Abstract: The research on highly mobile military adolescents has produced mixed findings. Whereas early descriptive studies reported that adolescents experiencing multiple …

Small area estimation and hotspot identification of opioid use disorder among military veterans living in the Southern United States

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to estimate opioid use disorder prevalence rates at the county level among veterans in Alabama and to determine hotspots of said rates. …

Patterns and correlates of racial/ethnic disparities in posttraumatic stress disorder screening among recently separated veterans.

Abstract: Despite the high prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among military veterans, there is a lack of knowledge about racial/ethnic differences. The current …

An empirical examination of stigma toward mental health problems and psychotherapy use in Veterans and active duty service members

Abstract: Although many Veterans and active duty service members experience mental health problems, most do not seek out any sort of mental health help. Stigma (a significant …

Female U.S. Military Veterans’ (Non)Disclosure of Mental Health Issues with Family and Friends: Privacy Rules and Boundary Management

Abstract: Grounded in communication privacy management (CPM) theory, this study explores the criteria female U.S. military veterans rely on when creating privacy rules regarding …

An exploratory case study of the impact of psychiatric service dogs on problematic substance use among ptsd-diagnosed veterans

Abstract: Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and co-occurring problematic substance use is a health concern among Canadian military veterans. There are complex …

Clinical Characteristics of Veterans with Gambling Disorders Seeking Pain Treatment

Abstract: Objectives: To examine the relationships between gambling disorder, pain, and suicide attempts among US military veterans using Veterans Health Administration (VHA) …

A systemic perspective on children’s well-being in military families in different countries

Abstract: Introduction: Children are influenced by different environments – home, friends, school, community, society, and the existence and availability of various services …

Development of a model of well-being for children from military families in NATO countries

Abstract: Introduction: This article describes the development of a model of well-being for children from military families in NATO countries. Methods: The development comprised …