• Author: Jeffrey M. Pyne
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A cluster randomized trial of a vaccination communication educational intervention: Impact on COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Despite its safety and effectiveness, COVID-19 vaccine uptake declined later in the pandemic. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of a Motivational …

Narrative therapy for treatment-refractory moral injury syndrome: A case study

Abstract: Moral Injury Syndrome is a constellation of psychological symptoms associated with challenges to an individual’s fundamental beliefs and values. It is associated with …

Factors contributing to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Veterans later in the pandemic

Abstract:Background: Vaccine hesitancy remains a significant public health concern despite the widespread availability of vaccines. Little is known about factors influencing …

A scoping review of protective factors that contribute to posttraumatic wellbeing for trauma-exposed military service members and Veterans

Abstract: Military service members experience higher levels of cumulative trauma than the general population, increasing their risk of mental health problems. This scoping review …

Veterans' experiences of and preferences for patient-centered, measurement-based PTSD care

Abstract: Background: Up to 50% of veterans drop out of trauma-focused evidence-based psychotherapies (TF-EBP) without completing treatment or recovering; evidence suggests this is …

Implementing a Multi-Disciplinary, Evidence-Based Resilience Intervention for Moral Injury Syndrome: Systemic Barriers and Facilitators

Abstract: Moral injury syndrome (MIS) is a mental health (MH) problem that substantially affects resilience; the presence of MIS reduces responsiveness to psychotherapy and …

Trust and perceived mental health access: Exploring the relationship between perceived access barriers and veteran-reported trust

Abstract: The importance of patients’ trust in health care is well known. However, identifying actionable access barriers to trust is challenging. The goal of these exploratory …

Trust and perceived mental health access: Exploring the relationship between perceived access barriers and veteran-reported trust

Abstract: The importance of patients' trust in health care is well known. However, identifying actionable access barriers to trust is challenging. The goal of these exploratory …

Predicting post-traumatic stress disorder treatment response using heart rate variability to virtual reality environment and modified Stroop task: An exploratory study

Abstract: Predicting treatment response can inform treatment decisions, expectations, and optimize use of mental health treatment resources. This study examined heart rate (HR), …

Development of a Perceived Access Inventory for Community Care Mental Healthcare Services for Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Access to high-quality healthcare, including mental healthcare, is a high priority for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Meaningful monitoring of …

Veteran-centered Barriers to VA Mental Healthcare Services use

Abstract: Some veterans face multiple barriers to VA mental healthcare service use. However, there is limited understanding of how veterans’ experiences and meaning systems shape …

Veterans’ Experiences Initiating VA-Based Mental Health Care

Abstract: Military veterans who could benefit from mental health services often do not access them. Research has revealed a range of barriers associated with initiating United …