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Assessment and treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder in Veterans with PTSD: A qualitative descriptive study

Abstract: The comorbidity of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common and leads to worse clinical and psychosocial outcomes than PTSD …

Provider perspectives on the need for child care assistance during Veteran health care appointments

Abstract: Background: Lack of child care is a primary cause of delayed care in the United States for individuals caring for children, including Veterans. Given the substantial …

“They just don't get around to it”: Clinician perspectives on lung cancer screening and racial disparities among Veterans

Abstract: Background: Lung cancer screening (LCS) rates are low across the United States, with substantial disparities in availability and uptake. This trend is also reflected in …

Family-involved interventions may offer unique benefits for Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experiencing high family strain

Abstract: Objective: Family strain, which reflects the overall function of the family system, could play an important role in routine posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) care. We …

Cystatin C Use for CKD Detection in the Veterans Health Administration System: A Qualitative Study of Barriers and Facilitators

Abstract: Rationale and objective: The measurement of cystatin C has been recommended to enhance chronic kidney disease (CKD) detection and risk stratification in clinical …

Barriers and Facilitators Impacting Lung Cancer Screening Uptake Among Black Veterans: A Qualitative Study

Abstract: Background: Racial disparities in lung cancer screening (LCS) are well established. Black Veterans are among those at the highest risk for developing lung cancer but are …

Diabetes distress in Veterans with type 2 diabetes mellitus: Qualitative descriptive study

Abstract: Diabetes distress (DD) is a negative psychosocial response to living with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). We sought insight into Veterans' experiences with DD in the …

Feasibility of a family-involved intervention to increase engagement in evidenced-based psychotherapies for posttraumatic stress disorder: A pilot study

Abstract: Objective: To assess the feasibility of a family-involved intervention, family support in mental health recovery (FAMILIAR), for veterans with posttraumatic stress …

Exploring the importance of predisposing, enabling, and need factors for promoting Veteran engagement in mental health therapy for post-traumatic stress: A multiple methods study

Abstract: Purpose: This study explored Veteran and family member perspectives on factors that drive post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) therapy engagement within constructs of …

Mental health therapy for veterans with PTSD as a family affair: a qualitative inquiry into how family support and social norms influence veteran engagement in care

Abstract: Social support is important for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) recovery and emerging literature indicate that social support could increase engagement in PTSD …

Needs of care partners of older Veterans with serious illness

Abstract: Background: The quality of life of care partners and care recipients may be improved by programs that address unmet needs. The aim of this qualitative study was to …