• Author: Chandra E. Khalifian
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A 3-step theory informed examination of PTSD, interpersonal challenges, hopelessness, and suicidal ideation in women Veterans with military sexual trauma

Abstract: U.S. military veterans are at a greater risk of suicide than non-veteran adults, and this risk is exacerbated in women veterans who have experienced military sexual …

A case example of a female Veteran completing brief cognitive behavioral conjoint therapy augmented with 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)

Abstract: This case study highlights a female military veteran and her intimate partner who participated in an open label clinical trial receiving brief Cognitive-Behavioral …

Discrepancies in perceptions of PTSD symptoms among Veteran couples: links to poorer relationship and individual functioning

Abstract: Veteran and intimate partner perceptions of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may differ, and little is known about how agreement or disagreement on symptom severity …

MDMA-assisted brief cognitive behavioral conjoint therapy for PTSD: Study protocol for a pilot study

Abstract: Background: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) impacts both individual and relational functioning. Veteran couples are at increased risk of relationship distress due to …

An examination of relationship satisfaction as a predictor of outcomes of brief couple therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: The pretreatment quality of intimate relationships can promote or interfere with couple therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment response. We tested …

The role of Veterans' PTSD symptoms in Veteran couples' insomnia

Abstract: Insomnia contributes to individual mental and physical health and relationship well-being. Veterans' PTSD symptoms are associated with their own insomnia. However, …

The influence of romantic relationships in assessment of suicide risk in U.S. Army Soldiers

Abstract: Even though suicide theories highlight the importance of interpersonal connection, little is known about how romantic relationships impact suicide risk among military …