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Promoting resilience and psychological wellbeing of military providers: The Navy Medicine Caregiver Occupational Stress Control (CgOSC) program

Abstract: Military Medicine providers (sometimes referred to as caregivers) not only endure the stress of supporting the medical readiness of operational commands, they take on the …

Association between post-traumatic stress disorder severity and death by suicide in US military veterans: retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Background: There is mixed evidence regarding the direction of a potential association between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide mortality. This is the …

Geri-mobile health: feasibility of a VA mental health mobile apps coaching program for older Veterans

Abstract: This program evaluation examined the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of an individualized coaching program to help older Veterans use VA mental health …

Long drives and red tape: mapping rural veteran access to primary care using causal-loop diagramming

Abstract: Rural veterans experience more challenges than their urban peers in accessing primary care services, which can negatively impact their health and wellbeing. The factors …

Moral injury and chronic pain in veterans

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and chronic pain are highly prevalent and co-morbid among veterans. Moral injury (MI), which results from traumatic …

Characterising trauma-informed aged care: An appreciative inquiry approach

Abstract: Objective: While Trauma-informed care (TIC) has the potential to improve the quality of aged and dementia care, the challenge remains in translating the principles of …

Soldiering On

Summary: Military veterans often have very specific needs, which are easily missed. This commentary summarises and accreditation scheme for GP practices which seeks to boost …

Effectiveness of a Whole Health Model of Care Emphasizing Complementary and Integrative Health on Reducing Opioid Use Among Patients with Chronic Pain

Abstract: The opioid crisis has necessitated new approaches to managing chronic pain. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Whole Health model of care, with its focus on patient …

The social prescribing of psychosocial interventions in the treatment of addictions and substance use disorders with military veterans: a reclamation of identity and belonging

Abstract: Social prescribing is a way of connecting individuals to a source of support within the community to help improve their health and well-being. Social prescribing …

The Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Warfare Exposure on Military Sexual Trauma Among Veterans

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) is a pervasive problem; this study examined the relationship of the precursory traumas of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and warfare …

VA Nursing Home Compare Metrics as an Indicator of Skilled Nursing Facility Quality for Veterans

Abstract: The Veterans Administration (VA) provides several post-acute care (PAC) options for Veterans, including VA-owned nursing homes (called Community Living Centers, CLCs). …

Cannabis use and suicide risk among Gulf War veterans

Abstract: Cannabis use has been indicated as a risk factor for suicide in veterans. This study of Gulf War veterans tested the relationship between self-report past year cannabis …