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Association between experiencing gambling problems and adverse behavioral health outcomes among U.S. military service members, 2018

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Gambling screening in the US military was mandated in 2019, but few studies have assessed the prevalence of experiencing gambling problems or …

Assessment of the validity and clinical utility of AUDIT-C versus RAPS-4 alcohol screeners among active-duty US Army soldiers

Abstract: Background: High rates of alcohol-related problems have been reported among US service members (SMs). Screening questions on drinking and related behaviors can help …

The association between food security and military satisfaction among a representative sample of the active-duty United States military service members, 2020

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military satisfaction is an important determinant for military retention and subsequently military readiness. Military readiness is also impacted by food …

Bedroom sharing, retention, and mental health among soldiers living in U.S. Army barracks

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Little is known about the potential impact of shared versus private bedroom barracks configurations on the quality of life, retention, and mental health of …

Associations between food insecurity and perceived overall health, stress, and counseling utilization among a representative sample of the active-duty U.S. military, 2020

Abstract: Background: In 2020, approximately 10% of U.S. civilian households were food insecure compared to over 25% of households with active-duty U.S. military service members. …

Substance use and adverse mental health disparities between heterosexual and sexual minority service members in the U.S. military

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Nationally representative studies have shown that lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults have higher levels of substance use than heterosexual adults. In the …

The association between food insecurity and intimate partner violence among U.S. army soldiers

Abstract: Food insecurity in the military ranges between 25% and 33%, significantly higher than the 10.5% for civilians reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The primary …

Training, deployment preparation, and behavioral health of New York national guard personnel deployed to assist with covid-19 decedent work

Abstract: Introduction: A small body of research conducted mostly among civilians has shown that adequate training and preparation can prevent or reduce the development of …

Cross-sectional examination of physical Abuse victimization differences between lesbian, gay, bisexual, and heterosexual Service members in the U.S. military, 2018

Abstract: The primary objective was to analyze the association between sexual orientation and physical abuse victimization using a representative sample from the U.S. active-duty …

National Guard service members decedent recovery and processing operations during the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City

Abstract: In Spring 2020, the New York Army and Air National Guard (NYNG) rapidly deployed to New York City (NYC) to assist in the recovery, processing, and transport of COVID-19 …

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on army families: Household finances, familial experiences, and soldiers’ behavioral health

Abstract: The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly impacted employment and finances, childcare, and behavioral health across the United States. The …

COVID-19 Vaccination Attitudes and Intentions Among U.S. Soldiers: Results from the U.S. Army Behavioral Health Advisory Team (BHAT)

Abstract: The objective of this study is to characterize the associations between demographic, attitudinal, and leadership factors with COVID-19 vaccination rates, vaccination …