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Non-Suicidal Self-Injury and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors: A Study of the Explanatory Roles of the Interpersonal Theory Variables Among Military Service Members and Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Research has identified non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) as a robust correlate of suicidal thoughts and behaviors; however, little is known regarding why …

A Health Profile of Senior-Aged Women Veterans : A Latent Class Analysis of Condition Clusters

Abstract: Background and Objectives: This study characterizes the multiple morbidities experienced by senior-aged women Veterans so that the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) …

Insomnia in United States Military Veterans : An Integrated Theoretical Model

Abstract: Marked by difficulty falling or staying asleep and/or poor sleep leading to daytime dysfunction, insomnia contributes to functional impairment, poor health, and …

The Association Between Major Depressive Disorder and Outcomes in Older Veterans Hospitalized with Pneumonia

Abstract: Background: Major depressive disorder (“depression”) has been identified as an independent risk factor for mortality for many comorbid conditions, including heart …

Social Support Mediates the Relationship Between Mental-Physical Multiple Morbidities and Engagement in Aerobic Physical Activity Among Military Service Members and Veterans

Abstract: Some research shows that physical activity levels are low among veterans, but research gaps exist specifically in regards to promoting physical activity in veterans with …

The Applicability of Resilience Training to the Mitigation of Trauma-Related Mental Illness in Military Personnel

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Ongoing participation by the United States in military operations around the world places military personnel at an increased potential for exposure to trauma, …

Fluoroquinolone-Related Neuropsychiatric Events in Hospitalized Veterans

Abstract: Objective: To measure the incidence and risk factors for fluoroquinolone (ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and levofloxacin)-associated psychosis or delirium in a veteran …

Effectiveness of directional preference to guide management of low back pain in Canadian Armed Forces members: a pragmatic study

Abstract: Introduction: Low-back pain (LBP) is a leading cause for disability in military personnel. Consequently, effective management strategies are required to maintaining …

Evaluating Behavioral Health Interventions for Military-connected Youth: A Systematic Review

Abstract: Military-connected youth are at increased risk for experiencing distinct psychosocial and behavioral health vulnerabilities. Although behavioral health interventions …

Factors Concerning Veterans With Dementia, Their Caregivers, and Coordination of Care: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract: Introduction: Military veterans diagnosed with dementia compose a large portion of our population. Often ignored are their caregivers and their plight as well as the …

Veterans' Transition Review: Follow-up Report: October 2017

Summary: This 2017 report follows-up on the original, The Veteran's Transition Review, published in 2014. As per the annual updates, this report and provides an update on the …