A case study of Veteran patient-researcher partnerships in mental health research and practice: Three recommendations from a Veteran patient engaged in research (VPER)

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Veteran patient partnerships in research improve patient-centred healthcare outcomes within US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centres. To …

A hermeneutic phenomenological approach to understanding the academic support services that influence the success of student Veterans

Abstract:The purpose of this hermeneutic phenomenological study was to understand the academic support services that influence the success of student veterans pursuing higher …

A meta-analytic review of group interventions for Veteran-civilian transition

Abstract:Transitioning from military-to-civilian [MCT] can produce additional stress on veterans and challenge them socially, emotionally, and occupationally. Group and …

A silent epidemic: Exploring the needs of sexual assault survivors who served in the United States Army

Abstract:This qualitative study explores the experiences of U.S Army sexual assault survivors and how they describe what they need emotionally, physically, and psychologically …

Anatomical locations of keratinocyte carcinomas among United States Veterans Affairs healthcare system patients in Minnesota: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Previous studies have demonstrated a higher prevalence of keratinocyte carcinomas (KC) on sun‐exposed areas, particularly for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) compared to …

Assessment of the validity and clinical utility of AUDIT-C versus RAPS-4 alcohol screeners among active-duty US Army soldiers

Abstract: Background: High rates of alcohol-related problems have been reported among US service members (SMs). Screening questions on drinking and related behaviors can help …

BUD TALKS: Cannabis use among Veterans

Abstract: With increasing rates of cannabis use among Canadian Veterans, it is important to understand their views and experiences. Found out more about patterns of cannabis use …

Building emotional self-awareness teletherapy in civilians and service members with mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To explore the early efficacy of Building Emotional Self-awareness Teletherapy (BEST) at reducing alexithymia and improving emotional functioning in Civilians …

Childhood trauma, loneliness, social support, and PTSD/C-PTSD in lone and non-lone soldiers during the Israel-Hamas war

Abstract:Background: Childhood trauma is a form of complex trauma that impacts a broad range of biopsychosocial constructs, including a possible PTSD or C-PTSD diagnosis. Complex …

Concurrent alcohol use and the relative risk of community-acquired pneumonia associated with anticholinergic and non-anticholinergic neurocognitively active medication receipt: A national nested case–control study among US Veterans

Abstract: Purpose: Anticholinergic medications and alcohol each independently increase the risk of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Whether non-anticholinergic neurocognitively …

Dietary treatment of PTSD in Veterans with Gulf War illness

Abstract:Veterans who served in the Gulf War commonly experience a multi-symptom neurological illness called Gulf War Illness (GWI) that stems from chemical exposures during the …

Efficacy of the STEP-Home transdiagnostic group workshop to improve functioning, anger, and impulse control in post-9/11 U.S. Veterans: A randomized clinical trial

Abstract: Post-9/11 U.S. combat veterans are clinically complex with multiple co-occurring mental and physical health conditions that often lead to difficulty reintegrating and …