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Serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members who have served since 1985: suicide monitoring 2001 to 2019

Abstract: This is the AIHW’s fourth annual report on suicide among permanent, reserve and ex-serving ADF members. Previous editions included members with at least one day of ADF …

Advanced models for improved prediction of opioid-related overdose and suicide events among Veterans using administrative healthcare data

Abstract: Veterans suffer disproportionate health impacts from the opioid epidemic, including overdose, suicide, and death. Prediction models based on electronic medical record …

Is avoidance the only issue? A case study of 'self-triggering' in combat-related posttraumatic stress disorder

Codebeautify.org Text to HTML Converter Abstract: Objective: We explore the emerging concept of “self-triggering” through a case illustration of a Vietnam veteran with …

Pain, Mental Health, and Health Care Utilization of Military Veterans Compared to Civilians in a Chronic Pain Clinic

Abstract: More than 40% of Canadian Veterans live with chronic pain. Chronic pain is often combined with mental health issues as well as the challenges of isolation and …

Stepped-down intervention programs to promote self-managed physical activity in military service veterans: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials

Abstract: A stepped-down program is one where clients transition from the care of a health professional to self-managed care. This study reviewed the effectiveness of stepped-down …

Young people from Armed Forces Families: Post-16 education and training

The Service Children’s Progression (SCiP) Alliance community identified a low awareness and understanding of the challenges, strengths and pathways of young people in Armed …

" It didn't bring back the old me but helped me on the path to the new me ": exploring posttraumatic growth in British veterans with PTSD

Abstract: This study explores the role of scuba diving therapy in growth experiences of ex-servicemen. Previous research has focused on difficulties arising from re-entering …

Concerns and coping strategies of older adult Veterans in Canada at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic, including associated public health measures such as travel restrictions, cancellation of elective surgeries, and the closure of public spaces and …

Negative Impact of Military Service on Women Veterans’ Mental Health Can Lead to Long-Term Poor Mental Health and Higher Unemployment Rates

Abstract: This study sought to explore the association between employment status, self-reported impact of service on mental health, and the current mental health levels reported by …

Out of the trenches; prevalence of Australian Veterans among the homeless population and the implications for public health

Abstract: Objectives To examine the prevalence of Australian Defence Force veterans among people sleeping rough and explore their health and social needs relative to non‐veteran …

A machine learning approach to identification of self-harm and suicidal ideation among military and police Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Combat Veterans are at increased risk for suicidal ideation (SI). Many who die by suicide deny having SI, so alternative approaches to asking about suicide …

Decision (not) to disclose mental health conditions or substance abuse in the work environment: A multiperspective focus group study within the military

Abstract: Objectives: Many workers in high-risk occupations, such as soldiers, are exposed to stressors at work, increasing their risk of developing mental health conditions and …