Spousal Military Deployment During Pregnancy and Adverse Birth Outcomes

Abstract: Pregnant women with a military-deployed spouse have increased risk of depression and self-reported stress. In nonmilitary populations, depression and stress during …

The experience of foreign and commonwealth soldiers in the British Army: an exploration and methodological commentary

Abstract: The British Army is a large complex organisation, characterised by power and authority. Although it is mainly white and male, approximately seven percent of its …

Types of Injuries Sustained by UK Service Personnel on Op HERRICK in Afghanistan, 1 April 2006 to 30 November 2014

Summary: Following the end of combat operations in Afghanistan this one-off Official Statistic has been published to provide information on the types and mechanism of Injuries …

PTSD and Physical Health Symptoms Among Veterans: Association with Child and Relationship Functioning

Abstract: This study examines the association between veterans’ physical and mental health symptoms and perceptions of adverse child and relationship functioning. Veteran …

UK support services for families of wounded, injured or sick Service personnel: the need for evaluation

Abstract: Concerns have been raised about the level of support available to those families who provide unpaid care for wounded, injured or sick (WIS) personnel in the UK. In this …

Three Generations, Three Wars: African American Veterans

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 …

Labour market outcomes of Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Employment is important to health, well-being, and adjustment from military to civilian life. Given the importance of employment, we examine Veteran labour …

Freezing and non-freezing cold weather injuries: a systematic review

Abstract: Introduction: The debilitating impact of cold weather on the human body is one of the world’s oldest recorded injuries. The severe and life-changing damage which can …

Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of soldier’s experiences of being married and serving in the British Army.

Abstract: Research suggests certain aspects of military life, especially operational deployments, may negatively impact military marriages. However, much of this research is from …

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Alcohol Misuse: Comorbidity in UK Military Personnel

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 …

Ex‐armed forces personnel in prison: Where do we stand?

Abstract: It is arguable that, as a society, we owe a debt to those who have served for their country in the armed forces. But what happens when some of this group end up in …

Differences in Adjustment to Civilian Life between Male and Female Canadian Armed Forces Veterans

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. …