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  • Author: Julia L. Paulson
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Gender differences in the socioecological contexts of Veterans seeking mental health services following military sexual trauma

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) refers to sexual assault or harassment experienced during military service. Given the high prevalence of MST and negative mental and physical …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Age-related variation in ecological resources among Veterans seeking treatment related to military sexual trauma

Abstract: Approximately 16% of Veterans experience military sexual trauma (MST), defined as sexual assault or harassment experienced during military service. Veterans across life …

Well-Being Peer reviewed

Worry differentially mediates posttraumatic cognition and posttraumatic stress symptom relationships among Veterans seeking treatment associated with military sexual trauma

Abstract: Research has established negative posttraumatic cognitions (NPC) affect the development and course of posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) following trauma exposure (L. …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Trauma-focused therapy retention among military sexual trauma survivors: Relationship with Veterans' sexual or gender minority identification

Abstract: Military servicemembers identifying as sexual and gender minorities (SGM) are at increased risk for military sexual trauma (MST) exposure and Post-traumatic Stress …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Contrasting ecological contexts among treatment-seeking military sexual assault survivors: Consideration of relationships with sexual and gender minority identification

Abstract: Survivors of military sexual trauma (MST) seeking mental health services may present with concerns extending beyond symptom relief. Attention to social, economic, and …

Employment Mental Health Peer reviewed