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  • Author: Dominic Gargala
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Experiences of loneliness and their relation to perceived social support, family functioning, and mental health among Canadian Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans are particularly susceptible to heightened levels of social isolation and loneliness. This study aimed to explore the relations between loneliness, …

Family / Relationships Mental Health Peer reviewed

Problematic anger in a treatment‐seeking Canadian Veteran population: Prevalence, assessment, and treatment implications

Abstract: Anger is a natural, adaptive emotion that is culturally accepted in military settings. Problematic anger (i.e., intense anger paired with significant distress and …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Optimizing military mental health and stress resilience training through the lens of trainee preferences: A conjoint analysis approach

Abstract: Effective mental health and stress resilience (MHSR) training is essential in military populations given their exposure to operational stressors. The scarcity of …

Education / Training Mental Health Peer reviewed

Well-being of Canadian Veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic: Cross-sectional results from the COVID-19 Veteran well-being study.

Abstract:Background: The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have disproportionally affected different population groups. Veterans are more likely to have pre-existing mental health …

Employment Mental Health Well-Being Peer reviewed

Well-being of Canadian Armed Forces Veterans and spouses of Veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic: protocol for a prospective longitudinal survey.

Abstract: Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in significant changes to everyday life, including social distancing mandates, changes to health care, and a heightened …

Well-Being Peer reviewed