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Systematic Review of Suicide Prevention in Veterans

Abstract: This systematic review updates evidence on the accuracy of methods to identify individuals at increased risk for suicide, and the efficacy/effectiveness and adverse …

The Long and Winding Road to Postsecondary Education for US Veterans with Invisible Injuries

Abstract: Veterans with "invisible injuries" (a mental health diagnosis or a traumatic brain injury) often pursue higher education to enhance employment and community …

Protocol for the evaluation of a digital storytelling approach to address stigma and improve readiness to seek services among veterans

This study explores digital storytelling (DST) as a way of helping veterans recognize post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms and encourage them to seek treatment.

Effect of Altitude on Veteran Suicide Rates

Abstract: Aims: Suicide rates in the general population in the United States are correlated with altitude. To explore factors contributing to suicide among military veterans, we …

UK Armed Forces Mental Health: Annual Summary & Trends Over Time, 2007/08 - 2018/19

Abstract: This annual bulletin provides statistical information on mental health in the UK Armed Forces for the period 1 April 2007 to 31 March 2019. It summarises all initial …

Evaluating an Internet-based Video Cognitive Processing Therapy Intervention for Veterans with PTSD: A pilot study

Abstract: There remain a number of UK military veterans who are not able to access psychological therapies for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Some of these barriers are …

Understanding the role art therapy can take in treating veterans with chronic post-traumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Individuals who are highly avoidant and/or have dissociative post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) presentations may be less likely to engage in evidence-based trauma …

Predicting Utilization of Healthcare Services in the Veterans Health Administration by Returning Women Veterans: The Role of Trauma Exposure and Symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress

Abstract: Combat exposure and military sexual trauma (MST) are prevalent among returning women veterans and are associated with increased alcohol use and psychological distress. …

The Impact of PTSD and mTBI on the Relationship Between Subjective and Objective Cognitive Deficits in Combat-Exposed Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Cognitive complaints, such as attentional or memory concerns, are commonly reported by veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or a …

Implementing trauma-focused CBT for children of veterans in the VA: Providing comprehensive services to veterans and their families

Abstract: Military families experience unique stressful circumstances such as frequent moves, service-related physical and mental health difficulties, and separation from support. …

Psychiatric Rehabilitation for Veterans and the Evolution of the Field

Abstract: This special issue on psychiatric rehabilitation for veterans celebrates the Department of VeteransAffairs’ commitment to innovation in psychiatric rehabilitation and …

Examining the Factor Structure of the Moral Injury Events Scale in a Veteran Sample

Abstract: Introduction: Interest in moral injury has burgeoned over the last decade as an increasing number of professionals recognize that current conceptualizations of trauma …