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Depression and Anxiety as Mediators of PTSD Symptom Clusters and Pain in Treatment-Seeking Canadian Forces Members and Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pain (CP) commonly presents alongside psychiatric conditions such as depression, PTSD, and generalized anxiety. The current study sought to better …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed

The diary of an Operational Stress Injury clinic psychiatrist during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: This article details one person's experience of working as a clinician during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how veterans are accessing treatment during this time. The …

Education / Training Mental Health Well-Being Peer reviewed

Adverse combat experiences, feeling responsible for death, and suicidal ideation in treatment-seeking Veterans and actively serving Canadian Armed Forces members

Abstract:  Introduction: The present study examines the relationship between feeling responsible for the death of another and suicidal ideation (SI) while controlling for …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed

Do DSM-5 changes to PTSD symptom cluster criteria alter the frequency of probable PTSD when screening treatment-seeking Canadian Forces members and Veterans?

Abstract: Introduction: DSM-5 diagnostic criteria revisions for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have raised concerns about PTSD prevalence – particularly the new …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed

Predictors of treatment response in Canadian combat and peacekeeping Veterans with military-related posttraumatic stress disorder.

Abstract: Military-related posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a significant psychiatric condition associated with severe psychosocial dysfunction. This study examined the …

Mental Health Peer reviewed