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Examining the implications of a masculinity contest culture on well-being and retention in a military context

Abstract: Masculinity contest cultures (MCCs) are prevalent in male-dominated organizations, with previous research showing the harmful effects for employees. MCCs value …

Experience of transition from the military for combat Veterans who served after 9/11

Abstract: Objectives: To address the high rate of Veteran suicide by providing an understanding of the experience of transition from active duty to civilian life for combat …

Exploring moral injury and reintegration challenges among post-9/11 US Veterans: A qualitative study

Abstract: Military Veterans face many barriers when reintegrating into civilian society. A growing body of evidence shows that Veterans may experience identity confusion, social …

Identifying suicide risk in Veterans with criminal-legal involvement: A latent profile analysis of criminogenic needs and posttraumatic stress

Abstract:Veterans with criminal legal system involvement (VCLI) are believed to be a particularly important group in suicide prevention efforts given high rates of death by …

Military experience and mortgage stress

Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between military service and mortgage stress. Utilizing data from the Panel Study of Income Dynamics (PSID), our analysis reveals …

Military Veterans’ psychological health and physical activity following separation from service

Abstract: The transition from military to civilian life can bring about substantive challenges for United States (U.S.) veterans. The purpose of this study was to examine …

Mindful self-compassion for Veterans with morally injurious experiences and co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder: A feasibility study

Abstract: Objective: This study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of delivering Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) to veterans with moral injury and co-occurring PTSD and …

Perceptions of military Veterans on contributing factors of post-service suicidal ideation

Abstract:Through the lens of the ecological systems theory, this quantitative dissertation study examines Veterans' perceptions of the risk variables of post-service suicidal …

Personality traits as predictors of PTSD and depression symptoms following exposure-based treatment in an intensive outpatient program

Abstract: We aimed to assess the associations between pre-treatment personality traits on symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression before and after an …

Posttraumatic stress disorder symptom changes among Veterans participating in trauma-informed aquatic therapy: A 1-year retrospective study

Abstract: This study assessed posttraumatic stress (PTSD) symptom changes among active-duty and military veterans before and after participating in a non-exposure-based …

Relationship between cognition and blast exposure symptom severity in military Veterans and service members

Abstract: Objectives: To investigate the relationship between cognitive performance and deployment-related blast exposure in military servicemembers and veterans. Specifically, the …

Sleep, daytime symptoms, and healthcare resource utilization in military personnel with comorbid insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Comorbid insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea (COMISA) are prevalent conditions with significant physical and mental health comorbidities. Our study sought …