• Author: Rebecca K. Blais
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Negative social exchanges are associated with more severe depressive symptoms above and beyond the effects of positive social exchanges in male U.S. service members and Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Risk for depression is heightened among male service members/veterans relative to civilians. Research suggests social support protects service …

Fears of stigma perceived from unit leaders for seeking psychological services for military sexual trauma sequelae is associated with suicide risk among male Service members and Veterans

Abstract: Suicide risk is higher among military sexual trauma (MST) survivors. One factor that may elevate the risk of death by suicide in this population is stigma. Indeed, stigma …

Military sexual trauma and lower relationship satisfaction are associated with suicide risk among male Service Members and Veterans

Abstract: Male service members/veterans die by suicide at increased rates relative to civilians and females in the military, with risk increasing following military sexual trauma …

Suicide risk in US adults: Alcohol misuse, Veteran status, and urbanization comparison

Abstract: Suicide is a pressing public health concern. Identifying risk factors and understanding their interplay is vital for effective prevention and intervention. This study …

Longitudinal Changes in the PTSD Symptom Network Following Trauma-Focused Treatment in Military Populations: Identifying Central Symptoms and the Role of Military Sexual Trauma

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition affecting military populations, with a higher prevalence compared to the general population. Despite the …

Male sex and hazardous alcohol use following military sexual assault increase suicide risk among US service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Higher alcohol use and military sexual assault (MSA) are associated with increased risk of death by suicide. Risk for death by suicide is rapidly increasing …

Negative posttraumatic cognitions about self potentially mediate the relation between sexual revictimization and suicide risk in a sample of military sexual assault survivors

Abstract: Objective: Military sexual trauma (MST) is a risk factor for suicide among service members/veterans. Research reported that around half of MST survivors were exposed to …

Using military screening questions to anonymously recruit post-9/11 era service members and Veterans using online survey methods

Abstract: Introduction: The ability to collect data on posttraumatic reactions following military sexual trauma is impacted by data collection methods, such that under-reporting …

Using military screening questions to anonymously recruit post-9/11 era service members and Veterans using online survey methods

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The ability to collect data on posttraumatic reactions following military sexual trauma is impacted by data collection methods, such that under-reporting …

Sexual risk taking among survivors of uS Military sexual assault: Associations with ptsd symptom severity and alcohol use

Abstract: Sexual risk taking may be heightened among U.S. service members and veterans reporting military sexual assault (MSA) exposure. MSA increases the risk for posttraumatic …

The association of military sexual harassment/assault With suicide ideation, plans, attempts, and mortality among US Service members/Veterans: a meta-analysis

Abstract:Suicide rates continue to increase among service members/veterans. Military sexual harassment/assault (MSH/A) may increase risk of suicide, but little is known about the …

Posttraumatic Cognitions Differ Between Men and Women after Military Sexual Assault Revictimization in Their Contribution to PTSD Symptoms

Abstract: Sexual revictimization is heightened among military service members and veterans and is associated with greater posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) and severity. The …