Abstract: Rates of disordered eating may be higher among women veterans than civilians, and are associated with co-occurring mental health (MH) conditions, such as depression, …
Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) affects an estimated 30% of women Veterans. Previousresearch shows high rates of narcotic abuse in the women Veteran population. …
Abstract: Peer support may be an effective strategy to improve heart healthy behaviors among populations who have a strong communal identity, such as women veterans. Women …
Abstract: Women Veterans are at increased risk of both housing instability and intimate partner violence compared with their non-Veteran counterparts. The objectives of the …
This article examines earnings differences between women veterans and non-veterans. It finds that younger women veterans experienced an earnings disadvantage compared to same-age …
Abstract: Background: Food insecurity has been associated with worse health outcomes in the civilian population. Male veterans of the Gulf Wars have been shown to have a higher …
Abstract: Introduction: Premenstrual, perinatal, and/or perimenopausal psychiatric problems require specific screening, assessment, and treatment strategies. The scope of these …
Abstract: The present study examined the relationships between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom severity, trauma-related self-blame, perceived social support, and …
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to highlight what we know now about female service members, veterans, and their families. The experiences of U.S. female service members and …
Abstract: Purpose of the Study: To examine whether Veteran status influences (a) women’s survival to age 80 years without disease and disability and (b) indicators of successful, …
Abstract: Background and Objectives: This study characterizes the multiple morbidities experienced by senior-aged women Veterans so that the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) …
Abstract: Background: Women Veterans have high rates of medical comorbidities and may be particularly vulnerable to adverse health outcomes associated with unintended pregnancy. …