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Trends in insomnia diagnosis and sleep prescriptions in the COVID-19 peri-pandemic period among U.S. active duty service members

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Insomnia is a prevalent condition that can significantly impair cognitive function, emotional regulation, and overall health, particularly affecting …

Understanding factors associated with mental health treatment discharge outcomes among military-connected children and adolescents

Abstract: Children and adolescents in military families face a heightened risk of adverse mental health outcomes compared to their civilian peers. While research has enhanced our …

A scoping review of food insecurity in active duty military families

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Food insecurity affects a large portion of the United States population. Many subsets of the population are affected disproportionately, including active …

Adverse childhood experiences, death ideation, and suicide preparatory behaviours among United States military Veterans

Abstract: Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for United States Military Veterans under age 45, and research suggests that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are a major …

Are specific PTSD criteria associated with treatment outcome in traumatized Veterans and police officers?

Abstract: Background: A significant proportion of patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) do not respond sufficiently to trauma treatment. To date, it has not been …

Are specific PTSD criteria associated with treatment outcome in traumatized Veterans and police officers?

Abstract: Background: A significant proportion of patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) do not respond sufficiently to trauma treatment. To date, it has not been …

Exploring the consequences of body disfigurement on Veterans: An integrative review

Abstract: Introduction: This integrative review studies the psychological impact of body disfigurement on veterans who are injured in military service. More than 1.7 million …

Exploring the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ service members and Veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma (MST): A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: Military sexual trauma (MST) has been well documented, as has discrimination against members of the two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, …

"A lot of gray": Ambiguity, beliefs, and discretion in Veterans Benefits Administration military sexual trauma-related posttraumatic stress disorder disability claims

Abstract: Objectives: Thousands of Veterans file claims for military sexual trauma (MST)-related posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) disability through the Department of Veterans …

"A lot of gray": Ambiguity, beliefs, and discretion in Veterans Benefits Administration military sexual trauma-related posttraumatic stress disorder disability claims

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Thousands of Veterans file claims for military sexual trauma (MST)-related posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) disability through the Department of Veterans …

Weight management for Black United States Veterans: Employee and patient perspectives

Abstract: Objective: Veterans who self-identify as Black (hereafter Black veterans) and use the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)’s MOVE!® Weight Management Program lose less …