• Author: Christina M. Sheerin
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Functional relationships of binge drinking and alcohol-related problems with posttraumatic stress symptoms in a pilot sample of Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic stress (PTS) symptoms and problematic alcohol use (e.g., binge drinking and alcohol-related problems; ARP) commonly co-occur following stressors …

Longitudinal predictors of alcohol use and problems during the COVID-19 pandemic in an at-risk Veteran sample

Abstract: Background: Individuals with pre-existing heavy alcohol use, prior traumatic exposures, and psychiatric disorders were considered an at-risk group for increased alcohol …

Longitudinal predictors of alcohol use and problems during the COVID-19 pandemic in an at-risk Veteran sample

Abstract: Background: Individuals with pre-existing heavy alcohol use, prior traumatic exposures, and psychiatric disorders were considered an at-risk group for increased alcohol …

Feasibility of a virtual adaptation of a yoga intervention for Veterans with chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: This study assessed the feasibility and acceptability of a yoga intervention for veterans with comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and …

Latent profiles of drinking motives among trauma-exposed combat Veterans and civilians: A comparative investigation

Abstract: Trauma exposure and drinking motives (e.g., social, enhancement, coping) are both associated with increased alcohol use and related problems. Studies have frequently …

Assessing shared psychological constructs as risk factors in comorbid PTSD-AUD combat-exposed male Veterans

Abstract: PTSD and AUD are frequently comorbid post-trauma outcomes. Much remains unknown about shared risk factors as PTSD and AUD work tends to be conducted in isolation. We …

The effect of a reduction in irrational beliefs on posttraumatic stress disorder (ptsd), depression, and anxiety symptoms in a group treatment for post-9/11 veterans

Abstract: Previous research has indicated that a Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)-Informed Group focused on changing irrational beliefs to address comorbid depression and …

Exploring resilience models in a sample of combat-exposed military service members and veterans:a comparison and commentary

Abstract: Background: The term resilience is applied in numerous ways in the mental health field, leading to different perspectives of what constitutes a resilient response and …