• Author: Gadi Zerach
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The prominent impact of pre-deployment aggression on moral injury outcomes post-discharge: A six-year longitudinal study of former Israeli combatants

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Moral injury (MI) is a potential clinical problem associated with distress following exposure to potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs). While previous …

The impact of exposure to morally injurious events on posttraumatic stress symptoms among Israeli combat Veterans: a longitudinal moderated mediation model of moral injury outcomes and dispositional forgiveness

Abstract: Background: Exposure to potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs) during military service can lead to moral injury (MI) outcomes and posttraumatic stress symptoms …

Longitudinal associations between potentially morally injurious events and posttraumatic stress among combat Veterans: The mediating role of moral injury outcomes

Abstract: Aim: Moral injury (MI), originally studied in military contexts, refers to emotional distress resulting from actions that conflict with one's core values. MI outcomes may …

Longitudinal associations between potentially morally injurious events and posttraumatic stress among combat Veterans: The mediating role of moral injury outcomes

Abstract: Aim: Moral injury (MI), originally studied in military contexts, refers to emotional distress resulting from actions that conflict with one's core values. MI outcomes may …

Deployment-related moral injury contributes to post-discharge depression and anxiety symptoms: A six-year longitudinal study among Israeli combat Veterans

Abstract:Background: Military personnel and active combatants are known to be at risk for perpetrating or witnessing acts that violate their moral code. These events, termed …

Parenting practices and satisfaction among Israeli male Veterans: The roles of posttraumatic stress symptoms and mentalization

Abstract: The scientific exploration of possible mechanisms that may account for the association between exposure to potentially traumatic events during military service and …

Posttraumatic stress symptoms, father–child relationships, and paternal functioning among Israeli male Veterans: The mediating role of paternal overcontrol

Abstract: Empirical studies have documented the relationship between posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) and fathering problems among combat veteran fathers. However, scientific …

Longitudinal predictors of satisfaction with life and happiness among recently discharged combat Veterans

Abstract: Only a few studies have examined the predictors of veterans' psychological well-being during their first year after military service. The present study examined the …

Associations between posttraumatic stress symptoms, moral injury, and parenting among Israeli male Veterans: The mediating role of parental beliefs about children’s anxiety

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) and moral injury (MI) are possible negative outcomes of combat military service. While PTSS is known to be associated with …

The beneficial effect of self-compassion on PTSD and complex PTSD symptoms among Israeli female Veterans: The role of coping strategies

Abstract: There is consistent evidence that increased self-compassion (SC) is associated with less posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. However, knowledge about the …

Deployment stressors, mental health outcomes, and protective factors among wives of reserve soldiers during the Israel‐Hamas war: A latent profile analysis approach

Abstract: Deployment to active conflict zones significantly affects military families, with spouses often experiencing heightened stress and mental health challenges. However, …

The contribution of exposure to potentially morally injurious events to trajectories of posttraumatic stress symptoms among discharged Veterans – a five-year study

Abstract: Purpose: Combatants and veterans are at risk of developing post traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). The long-term responses to traumatic events are variable and can be …