A comprehensive searchable repository providing access to international evidence and reports about the Armed Forces community. Updated each month using robust methodology, the repository can be used confidently by all to identify and access relevant evidence. A user-friendly search tool is available to support your research needs and includes the ability to specify key words, themes, author, year of publication, country of origin, methods used, and whether items have been peer reviewed.
Abstract: This study examines the association between veterans’ physical and mental health symptoms and perceptions of adverse child and relationship functioning. Veteran …
Abstract: Purpose: This article emerged from pilot research exploring experiences of war and suffering among African American veterans who served in World War II, Korean War, and …
Abstract: The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of comorbid probable post-traumatic stress disorder and alcohol misuse in a UK military cohort study and to …
Abstract: This study adds to the literature on male/ female differences by focusing on the transition from military to civilian life in the context of the Canadian Armed Forces. …
Abstract: Many Gulf War I veterans report ongoing negative health consequences. The constellation of pain, fatigue, and concentration/memory disturbances is referred to as “Gulf …
The prevalence of common mental health problems in the military is higher than in the general population, but remains stable. While PTSD accounts for only a small number of cases, …
Abstract: The purpose of the study is to examine hypotheses involving the potential health advantages of selection into military service and the potential health disadvantages …
This paper explores the health concerns of older veterans and how civilian nurses can offer applicable care to this patient group, through increased understanding of military …
Abstract: Purpose of the Study: Postmenopausal osteoporosis can impact quality-of-life even prefracture. To determine whether osteoporosis should be a greater concern in women …
Abstract: Purpose of the Study: To compare the prevalence and cardiometabolic health impact of sleep disturbance among postmenopausal Veteran and non-Veteran participants in the …
Abstract: The embellishment of a warrior biography has a long history but examples of veteran elaboration of traumatic experience have become increasingly apparent. Although …
Abstract: Combat-related posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a debilitating condition that has been linked with problems with forgiveness and impaired quality of life …