• Author: Kristin Mattocks
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Staff perspectives on implementing dialectical behavior therapy skills groups in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Reducing veteran suicide is a high priority for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). While dialectical behavior therapy skills groups (DBT-SG) may be as effective as …

Clinical management of sleep disturbances in post-9/11 men and women Veterans: a 20-year prospective cohort study

Abstract: Introduction: Sleep disorders and chronic conditions that are comorbid with disordered sleep represent a high burden to the U.S. population, and Veterans have a …

Sleep is not getting the attention it deserves: A qualitative study of patient and provider views on sleep management in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Unique characteristics and service exposures of the post-9/11 cohort of U.S. Veterans can influence their sleep health and associated comorbidities. The …

Screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment for pain management for Veterans separating from military service: Study protocol of a hybrid type 2 study testing implementation facilitation versus training-as-usual

Abstract: Background: Veterans transitioning to civilian life often have chronic pain from service-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) with higher risk for substance misuse. …

Pregnancy outcomes of women Veterans with autoimmune disease

Abstract: Background/Objective: Women Veterans (WV) are exposed to unique risk factors for the development of autoimmune diseases (AID), which can increase risk of pregnancy …

Experiences and perceptions of maternal autonomy and racism among BIPOC Veterans receiving caesarean sections

Abstract: Background: Previous studies of pregnant veterans enrolled in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care reveal high rates of cesarean sections among racial/ethnic …

Gynecologist Supply Deserts Across the VA and in the Community

Abstract: Background: The Veterans Health Administration (VA) refers patients to community providers for specialty services not available on-site. However, community-level …

Prior Abortions and Barriers to Abortion Access Reported by Pregnant Women Veterans

Abstract: The Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Administration does not cover or provide abortion under any circumstances —a policy more stringent than the federal standard, which …