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Are virtual complementary and integrative therapies as effective as in-person therapies? Examining patient-reported outcomes among Veterans with chronic musculoskeletal pain

Abstract: Background: Virtual complementary and integrative health (CIH) therapy availability increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, but little is known about effectiveness. We …

Self-compassion, mindfulness, and emotion regulation predict multiple dimensions of quality of life in US post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE: Quality of life (QoL), defined by satisfaction, capacity for activities, and functional role performance, is an outcome of interest for both medical and …

Contextual predictors of belongingness in military and Veteran students on university campuses

Abstract: Objective: Prior research demonstrated that military/veteran students report lower belongingness than civilian students, but the reasons why remain unclear. We …

10 things to know about Veterans and their families: desk aid

Abstract: The guidance is designed to help you better understand veterans and their families who might interact with your policies or services, be a customer or require support and …

Spirituality is associated with psychological hardiness in U.S. army soldiers and civilians

Abstract: As the Army continues to adapt to evolving mission demands and global threats, those who execute the mission – both soldiers and Department of the Army (DA) civilians …

Associations between food insecurity and perceived overall health, stress, and counseling utilization among a representative sample of the active-duty U.S. military, 2020

Abstract: Background: In 2020, approximately 10% of U.S. civilian households were food insecure compared to over 25% of households with active-duty U.S. military service members. …

Envisioning a new racial grievance reporting and redress system for the United States military

Abstract: A better understanding of the weaknesses and strengths of the military’s racial grievance reporting and redress system is needed to understand where and how it can be …

Data resource profile: The Veterans Affairs—Health and Retirement Study Aging Veteran Cohort

Abstract:Constituting 72% of all living United States (US) Veterans, adults 50 and older represent the majority of Veterans Health Administration (VA) users [1]. VA administrative …

A cross-sectional study exploring the role of social isolation in the relationship between food insecurity, depressive symptoms, and resource use among midwestern rural Veterans in the U.S.

Abstract: Background/Objectives: The study's objective was to determine whether social isolation serves as a mediator in the cross-sectional relationship between food insecurity, …

Carl's story: A Veteran’s experience of the benefits system

Abstract: Companion to the Sanctions, Support and Service Leavers project. "Carl's Story" is a graphic novel that illustrates the experiences of a British Armed Forces veteran …

Navigating the minefield: Veterans’ experiences of the benefits system over time: Final report from the sanctions, support and service leavers project

Abstract: Combined with the previous findings and research, this report sets out measures on a path of progressive practice development by the Ministry of Defence, Department for …

Finding and using policy-relevant data about Veterans: Availability, accessibility, and avenues for improvement

Abstract: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has vast amounts of data on U.S. military veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors. However, much of that trove …