• Author: Robert J. Ursano
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Genetic, environmental, and behavioral correlates of lifetime suicide attempt: Analysis of additive and interactive effects in two cohorts of US Army soldiers

Abstract: Recently developed measures of genetic liability to suicide attempt may convey unique information regarding an individual’s risk of suicidal behaviour. We calculated a …

Understanding a Time of High Risk for Suicide: Adversities Associated with Separation from Military Service among National Guard and Reserve Service Members

Abstract: The purpose was to examine five types of adversity and their associations with separating from military service among a nationally representative sample of U.S. National …

Prospective Association of Unmet Mental Health Treatment Needs With Suicidal Behavior Among Combat-Deployed Soldiers

Abstract: Military personnel frequently report discontinuing or not pursuing psychiatric treatment despite perceiving a need for services. This study aimed to examine how unmet …

Associations of polygenic risk scores with posttraumatic stress symptom trajectories following combat deployment

Abstract: Background: Identification of genetic risk factors may inform the prevention and treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study evaluates the associations …

Stressful life events and risk of homelessness after active duty: an assessment of risk and resilience among servicemembers

Abstract: Objectives: The transition from military to civilian life may present increased exposure to various stressful life events (SLEs) that can increase the risk of …

Prospective associations of emotion reactivity and risk behaviors with suicide attempts in US Army soldiers

Abstract:Background: Emotion reactivity and risk behaviors (ERRB) are transdiagnostic dimensions associated with suicide attempt (SA). ERRB patterns may identify individuals at …

Sustaining NATO service member mental health during the crisis in Ukraine

Abstract: The ongoing conflict following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not only affected those directly involved but also thousands of NATO troops stationed across Europe, who …

Attachment Style and Risk of Suicide Attempt Among New Soldiers in the U.S. Army

Abstract: Among U.S. Army soldiers suicide attempts (SAs) are a significant public health concern, particularly early in service. We examined the association of attachment style …

Combat‐injured service members and their families: The relationship of child distress and spouse‐perceived family distress and disruption

Abstract: Combat injury in military service members affects both child and family functioning. This preliminary study examined the relationship of child distress postinjury to …

Randomized Effectiveness Trial of a Brief Course of Acupuncture for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Abstract: Initial posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) care is often delayed and many with PTSD go untreated. Acupuncture appears to be a safe, potentially nonstigmatizing …