The ask, care, escort suite of trainings: Initial evaluation of the Army’s primary suicide prevention strategy

Abstract: The U.S. Army’s Ask, Care, Escort (ACE) suicide gatekeeper training has been the annual requirement for all personnel since 2009; however, this training has never been …

Vitamin D and tibial bone density, geometry, and microarchitecture in male military recruits: An observational study and randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Vitamin D may mitigate bone stress injuries in military training by modulating changes in bone. This cross-sectional observational study (Study 1) and randomized …

A comparative evaluation of 23 projects on mental health and wellbeing for Veterans and first responders

Abstract: Background Veterans and First Responders (VFR) are at risk of developing a range of mental health disorders because of cumulative exposure to critical incidents at work. …

Exploring the process of relational therapy in the treatment of addiction in U.S. military members and Veterans: Therapists' perspectives

Abstract: Addiction remains a critical issue among U.S. military service members and veterans, with relational factors frequently overlooked in treatment. Guided by Moustakas’ …

Investigating the roles of self-compassion and trauma types on post-trauma outcomes among Veterans

Abstract:Military service carries a high risk of trauma exposure, contributing to significant psychological distress, including posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). Identifying …

The built environment and adverse cardiovascular events in US Veterans with cardiovascular disease

Abstract: QUESTION: Can AI-extracted interpretable built environment features predict major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in a national veteran population? FINDINGS: In this …

The effect of school classification and a Veteran-friendly rating on U.S. Veteran graduation rates

Abstract: U.S. colleges, universities, or trade schools enroll and graduate several veterans each year and receive extensive federal funding for doing so. Currently, there is …

Discovery of novel ancestry specific genes for androgens and hypogonadism in Million Veteran Program men

Abstract: Given the various roles of testosterone in men’s health, we conducted a multi-ancestral genetic analysis of total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, and …

Emotion regulation and coping in active military personnel: A systematic review

Abstract: Emotions significantly impact decision-making, teamwork, stress management, and resilience in high-pressure occupations such as the military, emergency services and …

Large decrease in posttraumatic stress disorder severity and cardiovascular disease outcomes

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Improved physical health often follows large decreases in PTSD …

Observational study of the relationship between negative cognitive processing bias and mental health, sleep quality in the early and middle stages of peacekeeping mission

Abstract: To examine the correlation between negative cognitive processing bias and the mental health, sleep status of peacekeepers across various time periods to establish a …

Promoting mental health treatment initiation of Veterans with PTSD using internet-based family training and telephone coaching: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Many veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) do not seek mental health care. Their significant others, including spouses and intimate partners, …