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Post-traumatic Stress Disorder by Gender and Veteran Status

Abstract: Introduction: Population-based data on the prevalence, correlates, and treatment utilization of post-traumatic stress disorder by gender and veteran status are limited. …

Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories for PTSD: A Randomized Controlled trial of 74 male Veterans

Abstract: A randomized waitlist-controlled design (n = 74) examined the efficacy of Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) among male veterans with current-month …

Spouse and Family Functioning Before and After a Marine’s Suicide: Comparisons to Deaths by Accident and in Combat

Abstract: The impact of service member suicides on families is not well understood. Civilian studies have demonstrated that family survivors of suicide deaths experience …

The Effect of Masculinity on Community Reintegration Following TBI in Military Veterans

Abstract: The present study examined the effect of level of traditional masculine gender role norms as well as the moderating effect of cognitive flexibility on community …

Examining the Prevalence of Cancer Related Distress Among a Group of Urban-Dwelling Veterans (TH308B)

Abstract: Background: The National Comprehensive Cancer Network and American College of Surgeons Commissions on Cancer requires cancer centers to evaluate psychosocial distress …

Psychological Adjustment After Military Operations: The Utility of Postdeployment Decompression for Supporting Health Readjustment

Abstract: This chapter provides a literature review of postdeployment stressors and their effects and explores the potential value of adding a transition period between the …

Inclusive adapted sport and adventure training programme in the PTSD recovery of military personnel: A creative non-fiction

Abstract: Objectives: The purpose of this paper was to use a storytelling approach to explore the role of a 5-day inclusive residential adapted sport and adventurous training (AS …

Trajectories of alcohol use in the UK military and associations with mental health

Abstract: Introduction: There are higher levels of alcohol misuse in the military compared to the general population. Yet there is a dearth of research in military populations on …

Global lessons: developing military trauma care and lessons for civilian practice

Abstract: The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have helped to shape the modern Defence Medical Services. Many lessons were learnt including the need for rapid haemorrhage control, …

Psychological strategies of Veterans and service members who participate in organized sports

Abstract: The study sought to examine the performance strategies of wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans who participate in the Warrior Games. The Test of …

2017 Veteran Suicide Mortality Study

Abstract: Suicide in Canada’s Armed Forces Veteran population is tragic and a top public health concern for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). Collaborative efforts by …

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 …