• Author: Carolyn M. Mazure
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Sex differences in PTSD among US military Veterans: Role of trauma, coping, and social factors

Abstract: A higher prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among females has been consistently documented. For example, a nationally representative study of the US adult …

Associations of posttraumatic stress disorder symptom clusters and pain interference in post-9/11 Veterans: Exploring sleep impairment and physical activity as underlying mechanisms

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and pain are highly prevalent and comorbid, particularly in veterans, but mechanisms explaining their linkage …

Physical activity, posttraumatic stress, and gender: A longitudinal study of post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: Given the importance of physical activity (PA) for both physical and mental health, the present study characterizes post-9/11 veterans' leisure-time PA engagement over …

Life meaning and mental health in post-9/11 veterans: the mediating role of perceived stress

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Post-9/11 veterans frequently experience diminished mental health following military service. Life meaning is related to better mental health …

Demographic, deployment and post-deployment experiences predict trajectories of meaning in life in OEF/OIF/OND veterans

Abstract: Research consistently links U.S. military veterans' meaning in life to better mental health and well-being. Yet, because meaning in life is usually studied as a precursor …

Influences of religiousness/spirituality on mental and physical health in OEF/OIF/OND military veterans varies by sex and race/ethnicity

Abstract: Background: Religiousness/spirituality (R/S) has been associated with greater mental wellbeing in US military veterans, but this work has been conducted primarily with …

It all adds up: Addressing the roles of cumulative traumatic experiences on military veterans

Abstract: Background: Posttraumatic stress symptoms are common after discharge from military service in male and female Post-9/11 veterans, many of whom experienced combat. …