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Where do i belong? conflicted identities and the paradox of simultaneous stigma and social aggrandizement of military veterans in organizations

Abstract: Military veterans often transition into the civilian workforce after serving in a nation’s armed forces. The process of integrating this unique class into organizations …

Survival of veterans treated with enzalutamide and abiraterone for metastatic castrate resistant prostate cancer based on comorbid diseases

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Comorbid diseases influence patient outcomes, yet little is known about how comorbidities interact with treatments for metastatic castrate-resistant prostate …

Frequency, Demographics, Comorbidities, and Health Care Utilization by Veterans With Migraine: A VA Nationwide Cohort Study

Abstract: Objective: To describe the relative frequency, demographics, comorbidities, and healthcare utilization of veterans who receive migraine care at the Veteran’s Health …

Association of medical tests use with care continuity in primary care service: evidence from the Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: Continuity of care (CoC) is an important component of health care delivery that can have cost implications and improve patient outcomes. We analysed data obtained from …

Contingency Management Is a Powerful Clinical Tool for Treating Substance Use: Research Evidence and New Practice Guidelines for Use

Abstract: CM-based treatments for SUD originate in basic behavioral science, namely the operant conditioning literature. Operant conditioning is a type of learning in which …

Combat injury is associated with adverse mental health outcomes among deployed personnel, but not for amputees: Is there a hierarchy of wounding?

Abstract: The developments in combat trauma care during the Afghanistan campaign have led to unprecedented survivability from severe injuries. However, the longer term physical and …

The diagnostic intersection of cognitive–communication disorders and aphasia secondary to TBI

Abstract: The present retrospective study examines veterans and military personnel who have sustained a cognitive–communication deficit/disorder (CCD) and/or aphasia secondary to …

Canadian Veteran chronic disease prevalence and health services use in the five years following release: a matched retrospective cohort study using routinely collected data

Abstract: Background: Occupational exposures may result in Canadian military Veterans having poorer health and higher use of health services after transitioning to civilian life …

Evaluation of a non-pharmacological interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation and functional restoration program for chronic pain in veterans

Abstract: The objective of the study is to conduct a quality improvement evaluation of the Empower Veterans Program (EVP), an interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation/functional …

The prevalence of nonsuicidal self-injury in military personnel: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Military service members and veterans (SMVs) are at risk for self-directed violence, including nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). While NSSI is an important construct worthy …

The psychological effects of mesothelioma in the UK military context from the carer's perspective: A qualitative study

Abstract: Mesothelioma is an incurable asbestos-related cancer with a high symptom burden. Its long lead time means cases in the military context tend to be amongst veterans. …

Impact of SMART goals on diabetes management in a pharmacist-led telehealth clinic

Abstract: Background: Although there is evidence demonstrating successful implementation of SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound) goals in clinical …