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: Introduction: There is still uncertainty around the impact of combat exposure on the life span of war veterans. Therefore we made use of a natural experiment to study the …
Abstract: At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals with pre-existing mental health difficulties were thought to be vulnerable to mental health deterioration due to the …
Abstract: A self-assessment tool was developed to encourage releasing service members to reflect on their preparedness for military to civilian transition and need for assistance. …
Abstract: This study examined the impact of perceived social support on mental health and psychosocial functioning in combat veterans after military deployment, including veterans …
Abstract:Background: The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have disproportionally affected different population groups. Veterans are more likely to have pre-existing mental health …
Abstract: Background: Although the transition out of military service is a high-risk time for suicidal ideation (SI), a paucity of research examines the development of SI during …
Abstract: This highlight article discusses that people join the armed forces for a multidure of reasons and discusses how best to support the varied group of Veterans and their …
Abstract: The transfer of care between different health and social care systems are often associated with poor outcomes and disengagement. Indeed, following the transition from …
Abstract: This Action Plan will deliver a further significant shift in how we support our veteran community and provide the solid foundation on which we will continue to build over …
Abstract: Objectives: Scholars have theorized that the initial period after military discharge may be a particularly vulnerable time for veterans. Yet, several recent studies raise …
Abstract: Introduction: Military sexual trauma (MST) has been a concern within our U.S. military for many years. Many interventions have been found to benefit this population, …
Abstract: Purpose: Some military personnel sustain physical injuries that alter their appearance, such as limb-loss and scarring. Veterans injured this way may experience body …