• Author: Lauren M. Denneson
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Characterizing and comparing evidence-based psychotherapy utilization among Veterans with co-occurring PTSD and substance use disorder

Abstract: Objective: The current study sought to describe a nationally representative sample of Veterans diagnosed with co-occurring PTSD and substance use disorder (SUD) who …

Inactivation of high-risk flags for suicide in the Veterans Health Administration: association of documentation variation with suicide attempts

Abstract: Medical record high-risk flags for suicide indicate patients are receiving enhanced care and alert treating providers to patients’ high-risk status. Risk of suicide …

Improving suicide prevention for women veterans: Recommendations from VHA suicide prevention coordinators

Abstract: Women are a minority veteran subpopulation experiencing particular risk for suicide and facing distinct challenges in accessing Veterans Health Administration (VHA) care. …

Analysis of veterans crisis line data: Temporal factors associated with the initiation of emergency dispatches

Abstract: Purpose: To identify temporal patterns of emergency dispatches as initiated by Veteran Crisis Line (VCL) responders and among moderate- and high-risk contacts. Methods: …

Geography, rurality, and community distress: Deaths due to suicide, alcohol-use, and drug-use among Colorado Veterans

Abstract: Background: In the USA, deaths due to suicide, alcohol, or drug-related causes (e.g., alcohol-related liver disease, overdose) have doubled since 2002. Veterans appear …

Informing measurement of gender differences in suicide risk and resilience: A national study of United States military veterans

Abstract: To inform measure selection when examining gender differences in suicide risk, this paper evaluates measure performance for a set of gender‐relevant constructs and …

Self-Directed Violence Surveillance in the Veterans Health Administration: A National Examination of Factors Associated with Undetermined Versus Suicide Attempt Classification

Abstract: This national, observational study examined factors associated with undetermined self-directed violence (SDV) classification among Veterans with a SDV event classified as …

Perspectives on military culture among Veterans with a recent suicide attempt: Illustrating gender differences and informing suicide prevention

Abstract: This article aims to expand our understanding of military culture as it relates to gender and veterans’ mental health, drawing from rich qualitative data. Fifty …

Assessment of Suicidal Intent in Self-directed Violence and Subsequent Care Received Among Military Veterans: A National Study of Gender Differences

Abstract: Background: The Veterans Health Administration’s system for documenting self-directed violence (SDV) requires that clinicians make a determination of the suicidal …

Correlates of Suicide Among Veterans Treated in Primary Care: Case–Control Study of a Nationally Representative Sample

Abstract: Background: Veterans receiving Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare have increased suicide risk compared to the general population. Many patients see primary care clinicians …