Native American Vietnam-era Veterans’ Access to VA Healthcare: Vulnerability and Resilience in Two Montana Reservation Communities

Abstract: As a growing segment of the military, Native Americans are expected to increase enrollment in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare. Currently, 20% of Native …

A systematic review of the effectiveness of alcohol brief interventions for the UK Military personnel moving back to civilian life

Abstract: Background: Higher levels of alcohol consumption have been observed in the UK armed forces compared with the general population. For some, this may increase the risk of …

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Antipsychotic Use and Risk of Dementia in Veterans

Abstract: Objectives: To examine the risk of dementia associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the contribution of antipsychotic use to this risk. Design: …

Outcomes of a Therapeutic Fly-Fishing Program for Veterans with Combat-Related Disabilities: A Community-Based Rehabilitation Initiative

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the outcomes of a therapeutic fly-fishing program for veterans with combat-related disabilities. A total of 40 veterans …

Stigma-related barriers and facilitators to help seeking for mental health issues in the armed forces: a systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative literature

Abstract: A recent quantitative review in the area of stigma and help seeking in the armed forces has questioned the association between these factors (Sharp et al. 2015). To …

Lifetime Sexual Assault and Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Women Veterans

Abstract: Women veterans report a high prevalence of sexual assault. Unfortunately, there are limited data on the reproductive health sequelae faced by these women. Our objective …

A randomized controlled trial of a web-based, personalized normative feedback alcohol intervention for young-adult veterans

Abstract: Objective: Young adult American veterans are at-risk for problematic alcohol use. However, they are unlikely to seek care and may drop out from lengthy multicomponent …

Demographic Research of the Serving and Former Officer Community

Abstract: This report on the demographics of the serving and former officer community which was commissioned by the Officers’ Association (OA) and funded by Forces in Mind …

Quality Participation Experiences in the Physical Activity Domain: Perspectives of Veterans with a Physical Disability

Abstract: An important consideration for physical activity (PA) participation for individuals with a physical disability, including veterans, is that opportunities exist for full …

Risk factors for sexual violence in the military: an analysis of sexual assault and sexual harassment incidents and reporting

Abstract: Using the 2014 RAND Military Workplace Study, this thesis studies the effects of demographics, prior victimization, deployment status, and workplace …

Suicide ideation, anxiety, and depression: Are children a protective factor for male Veterans?

Abstract: Numerous mental health disorders plague our veterans when they return from deployment including anxiety and depressive disorders, which have been linked to elevated …

Army Life in Scotland - Army Families Federation Survey

Abstract: The Army Families Federation’s latest roadshow is taking place in Kinloss, Scotland on 23 March 2017. We wanted to hear from as many families as possible, prior to the …