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Lifetime trauma, mental well-being, alcohol and help-seeking; the phenomenological experience of Veterans residing in Northern Ireland

Abstract: Background: Veteran residents in Northern Ireland (NI) are an under-researched population. Little is known about their experiences of trauma and mental health management. …

Neuroinflammation and brain health risks in Veterans exposed to burn pit toxins

Abstract: Military burn pits, used for waste disposal in combat zones, involve the open-air burning of waste materials, including plastics, metals, chemicals, and medical waste. …

Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts among women Veterans using VA reproductive health care: Prevalence and associations with fertility-, pregnancy- and parenting-related factors

Abstract: Introduction: Women veterans are at increased risk for suicide and experience a high prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) and suicide attempt (SA) history. Knowledge …

The long-term effect of surf therapy on posttraumatic stress, depression, and anxiety symptomology among current and former Australian Defence Force members - A nonrandomised controlled longitudinal study in a community setting

Abstract: Background: Surf therapy programs have demonstrated engagement among military samples, showing promising concurrent short-term reductions in symptoms of posttraumatic …

Detecting suicide risk among U.S. Service members and Veterans: A deep learning approach using social media data

Abstract: Background: Military Servicemembers and Veterans are at elevated risk for suicide, but rarely self-identify to their leaders or clinicians regarding their experience of …

Evaluating and identifying changes in the rate of unplanned discharge among Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities providing substance use disorder residential care

Abstract: Introduction: Quality improvement (QI) methods play a critical role in ensuring that patients receive high-quality and timely care. Healthcare systems should use valid …

Scoping review of the role of social support in women Veterans' psychosocial and health outcomes

Abstract: Women veterans are a steadily growing population and have unique military experiences (e.g., report high rates of sexual harassment and assault) that are impactful across …

Borderline personality disorder manifested in Veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder: A qualitative study

Abstract: This study examined how trauma has been known to have a significant impact on military personnel both in the past and present. The literature review showed that there …

Do you feel confident enough to seek help: The relationship between mental health confidence and help-seeking intentions and help-seeking in military members

Abstract: The literature review supports that when looking at help-seeking behaviors, specifically in the military population, there is a significant amount of service members who …

The relationship between institutional identification, institutional betrayal, and trauma symptom severity in survivors of military sexual trauma

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) is increasingly prevalent, with 8,866 reported cases in 2021, though actual numbers are likely higher. Despite prevention efforts by the …

Caring for Veterans with depression and cancer: An overview for civilian nurse clinicians

Abstract: Purpose: Veterans put their lives on the line to serve our country, but their well-being is often threatened by multifaceted health issues related to military service, …