Reintegration and decent work among United States Veterans: Impact of marginalization, social support, and career adaptability

Abstract:United States (US) military veterans face challenges when reintegrating into civilian society. Among these difficulties often exist barriers for veterans in navigating …

The association between substance use and suicidality among women Veterans, 2015 to 2019: A secondary analysis of the National Survey on Drug Use and Health

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Women Veterans are at increased risk for both substance use and suicidality, both of which can contribute to early morbidity and mortality. AIMS: This study …

Examining the tuning in to kids parenting programme with Turkish military fathers and their partners of 4- to 6-year-old children

Abstract: This study examined the impact of the Tuning in to Kids (TIK) parenting programme for military fathers, their spouses and their children aged 4–6 years. TIK is designed …

Feasibility randomized controlled trial of the mobile anger reduction intervention for Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Dysregulated anger is a prevalent concern for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and is associated with negative psychosocial outcomes. The tendency to …

LGBTQ+ Veterans report greater subjective cognitive impairment and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

Abstract: Background: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) among the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or additional marginalized sexual/gender identities …

Perceived importance of obstetric quality measures to Veterans receiving community-based obstetric care

Abstract:Background: Racial and ethnic disparities in obstetric care persist in the United States. Veterans enrolled in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care receive obstetric …

Predictors of PTSD symptom reduction in a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled clinical trial

Abstract: Objective: In a secondary analysis of a randomized, sham-controlled trial, we prospectively investigated baseline comorbidities, demographics, and intervention as …

Shoulder instability in the U.S. military: A systematic review of epidemiology, operative management, and outcomes

Abstract: Background: Shoulder instability imposes a substantial burden in U.S. military populations, yet epidemiology and outcomes reporting is heterogeneous. This study aims to …

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Gulf War Era Cohort Study: Results from the thirty-year follow-up assessment

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Report the physical and mental health of a population-based cohort of Gulf War and Gulf Era veterans 30 years after the war. METHODS: A follow-up health …

Alcohol use and binge drinking among US college students by military Veteran status: Findings from the Healthy Minds study, 2021-2022

Abstract: Objective: We examined current alcohol use and binge drinking among college students, by Veteran status. Participants: Students that completed the 2021-2022 Healthy Minds …

Age-specific mental health profiles of combat Veterans: Post-traumatic stress disorder and related disorders

Abstract: The aim of this study was to examine how current age group (18-30, 31-50, 50 + years) is associated with PTSD symptoms, chronicity and social adaptation among US combat …

Veterans with service, emotional support, and companion dogs: Examining the relationship between demographics, health characteristics, and intensity of human–dog relationships

Abstract: Dog ownership may be an effective nonpharmacological, rehabilitative approach to improve veterans’ mental health and well-being. For three functional types of …