• Author: Lisa A. Brenner
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Association of inpatient occupational therapy utilization with reduced risk for psychiatric readmission among Veterans

Abstract: Objective: The authors sought to investigate whether utilization of inpatient occupational therapy (OT) was associated with reduced risk for 30-day psychiatric …

Plasma level of the antimicrobial peptide LL37 (Cathelicidin) is negatively associated with alcohol use disorder in US Veterans

Abstract: As suicidal self-directed violence (SSDV) is often challenging to prevent, novel approaches are needed. We reported lower gene expression of LL-37, an antimicrobial …

Financial barriers and facilitators to secure firearm and medication storage among Veterans with elevated suicide risk: A qualitative study

Abstract: Objective: To explore financial barriers and facilitators to promoting secure firearm and medication storage among patients at risk for suicide. Methods: Veterans seeking …

The Veterans Crisis Line: Relations Among Immediate Call Outcomes and Treatment Contact and Utilization Following the Call

Abstract: Objective: Crisis line callers experience reductions in distress and suicidal ideation and utilize more health care following calls. The purpose of this study was to …

Longitudinal Oral and Fecal Microbiome Alterations in Veterans With New Antidepressant Monotherapy for Major Depressive Disorder

Abstract: Major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with a wide range of adverse outcomes. Though antidepressants are often implemented as first-line treatments for MDD, …

Nutrition and Food Security Among Veterans: Operationalizing Nutritional Functioning

Abstract: Objective: To assess injured military veterans' experiences, beliefs and daily physical and psychosocial functioning in relation to food and nutrition. Design: We used a …

Suicide Risk Screening and Evaluation Among Patients Accessing VHA Services and Identified as Being Newly Homeless

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate universal suicide risk screening and evaluation processes among newly homeless Veterans. Study setting: Not applicable. Study design: Examination …

Nutritional Functioning after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Military Veterans: Operationalizing a New Approach

Abstract: To use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to operationalize ?nutritional functioning? in military veterans with mild brain …

Study protocol: Identifying transcriptional regulatory alterations of chronic effects of blast and disturbed sleep in United States Veterans

Abstract: Injury related to blast exposure dramatically rose during post-911 era military conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is among the most …

Association of blast exposure in military breaching with intestinal permeability blood biomarkers associated with leaky gut

Abstract: Injuries and subclinical effects from exposure to blasts are of significant concern in military operational settings, including tactical training, and are associated with …

Airborne exposure to pollutants and mental health: A review with implications for United States Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Inhalation of airborne pollutants in the natural and built environment is ubiquitous; yet, exposures are different across a lifespan and unique to …

Impact of implementation facilitation on the REACH VET clinical program for Veterans at risk for suicide

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: In 2017, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) implemented a national suicide prevention program, called Recovery Engagement and Coordination for …