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Quality of life, physical activity participation, and perceptions of physical rehabilitation among community-reintegrated Veterans with lower limb amputation in Sri Lanka: Convergent parallel mixed methods study

Abstract: Background: Lower limb amputation (LLA) impacts physical activity (PA) participation and quality of life (QoL). To minimize the effects of these challenges, LLA survivors …

Access and equity among Veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic: A research note

Abstract: It has long been recognized that at-risk groups tend to experience a greater proportion of burden during times of turbulence. Motivated by the COVID-19 pandemic as a …

Cardiovascular and lifestyle risk factors of mild cognitive impairment in UK Veterans and non-veterans

Abstract: Background: The link between poor cardiovascular health (CVH), lifestyle and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) has been well established in the general population. However, …

Experiences of intimate partner violence and valued living among women Veterans: The role of self-efficacy

Abstract: Predominantly cross-sectional research suggests that self-efficacy may play an important role in women's psychological health after experiencing intimate partner violence …

A focus group study of equine-assisted activities and therapy for military Veterans reintegrating into civilian life

Abstract: Many veterans returning to civilian life face medical and mental health issues. As there is a stigma of using mental health services, equine-assisted activities and …

Low resilience is associated with worse health-related quality of life in caregivers of service members and Veterans with traumatic brain injury: A longitudinal study

Abstract: Purpose: To examine [a] the association of caregiver health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and service member/veteran (SMV) neurobehavioral outcomes with caregiver …

Protected time for self-care for Veterans Health Administration (VA) employees

Abstract: Objectives: Employee Whole Health (EWH) empowers VA employees to take charge of their well-being by integrating self-care into their workday, but employees lack time to …

Armed forces needs assessments

Abstract: This Armed Forces Needs Assessment (AFNA) report forms part of a wider Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) suite of products that provide an overview of the key …

Family caregivers of service members in United States Department of Defense health care report impairment in longitudinal health outcomes

Abstract: Objective: To examine elevated symptoms on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) measures over 2 years in caregivers of service members with traumatic brain injury …

Invisible no more. The experiences of Canadian women Veterans

Abstract: Despite some recent progress, women Veterans largely feel that Veterans Affairs Canada’s (VAC) programs have not taken sufficient account of their particular needs and …

Military spouses' perceptions of their resilience

Abstract: Military spouses face many challenges as a result of the military lifestyle. Much focus has been placed on enhancing the resilience of military spouses by both the …

Relationship between the sense of belongingness and loneliness among U.S. Army active-duty soldiers and Veterans

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate differences in the sense of belonging and loneliness among U.S. Army active-duty soldiers and veterans. A total of 22 active-duty soldiers …