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Urine metabolites as indicators of chronic pain and related symptoms in active-duty service members: A secondary data analysis of a pragmatic clinical trial with SMART design

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Chronic pain is a major cause of distress and disability, and biomarkers may aid in the assessment and treatment of it. Urine metabolites may be valuable …

Comorbid chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder among Veterans: Approaches to care

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The aim is to elucidate approaches to care for comorbid chronic pain and PTSD (CP + PTSD) in the Veterans Administration (VA). These conditions are …

Decision readiness and determinants of KRT among Veterans with advanced CKD

Abstract: Background: Kidney disease stakeholders recommend a system-wide increase in home dialysis use. KRT decision readiness is associated with higher selection and use of home …

Characteristics and predictors of prescription sleep medication use among Veterans with chronic pain

Abstract: Introduction:Sleep problems commonly co-occur with chronic pain and are associated with distress and impairment. While behavioral interventions are recommended, patients …

Use of cognitive‐behavioral therapy in a nation‐wide Veterans Health Administration sample: The role of clinic, therapist, and patient factors

Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective Data Sources and Study Setting Study Design Data Collection Principal Findings Conclusions To examine the use of CBT‐CP (Cognitive‐behavioral …

Use of long COVID clinics in the Veterans Health Administration: Implications for the path forward

Abstract: Long COVID is a serious chronic illness that can present in many forms and impact daily functioning and quality of life. Without curative treatments, management of long …

428. Individually guided neuromodulation in special operator Veterans with symptoms of PTSD and traumatic brain injury: A chart review

Abstract: Background: Special operations forces (SOF) are at particular risk of suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) due to an increased frequency of military …

451. Neural substrates of trust and social responsiveness in Veterans with posttraumatic stress symptoms

Abstract: Background: Many Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder struggle with social dysfunction. However, the specific behavioral and neural substrates of social …

637. Lateralized reduction in medial orbitofrontal cortex volume in Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury and suicidality: Preliminary analysis

Abstract: Background: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and impulsivity are risk factors for suicidality. Impulsivity is frequently associated with TBI. Our laboratory recently …

Cognitive behavioral therapy alone or in combination with eszopiclone in comorbid insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: A randomized trial

Abstract: We sought to assess the augmentation of brief behavioral therapy for insomnia (BBTI) with eszopiclone (ESZ) over BBTI alone for the treatment of chronic insomnia on sleep …

Cognitive behavioral therapy alone or in combination with eszopiclone in comorbid insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: A randomized trial

Abstract: We sought to assess the augmentation of brief behavioral therapy for insomnia (BBTI) with eszopiclone (ESZ) over BBTI alone for the treatment of chronic insomnia on sleep …

Determining the feasibility and acceptability of a randomized telehealth pilot study for Veterans with chronic multisymptom illness

Abstract: Background: The shift toward a patient-centered and whole health care model offers a promising approach for the management of symptoms among veterans with chronic …