• Author: Shaina A. Kumar
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Disrupting posttrauma networks: Identifying candidate intervention targets to improve military Veterans' mental health and well-being

Abstract: Trauma exposure is widespread within the U.S. and around the world. Although researchers have examined the mental health and functional challenges that can result from …

Well-being and suicidal ideation in U.S. Veterans: Age cohort effects during military-to-civilian transition

Abstract: Introduction: Life transitions often bring stress and uncertainty and may lead to poor long-term health outcomes if not navigated successfully. Every year over 200,000 …

Posttraumatic stress and posttraumatic growth among female and male Veterans: The contribution of romantic relationship and friendship functioning

Abstract: Posttraumatic growth (PTG) is characterized as the experience of positive psychological change following exposure to traumatic stress. However, studies examining the …

Purpose in life and posttraumatic stress symptoms among military Veterans: A network analysis

Abstract: Researchers have begun to explore factors that might promote better adjustment following exposure to traumatic events, including the extent to which individuals have a …

Purpose in life and posttraumatic stress symptoms among military veterans: A network analysis

Abstract: Researchers have begun to explore factors that might promote better adjustment following exposure to traumatic events, including the extent to which individuals have a …

Beyond physical and mental health: The broader impacts of intimate partner violence on psychosocial well-being among women and men Veterans

Abstract: Research on the consequences of experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) has predominantly focused on specific physical and mental health outcomes and have emphasized …

Experiences of intimate partner violence and valued living among women Veterans: The role of self-efficacy

Abstract: Predominantly cross-sectional research suggests that self-efficacy may play an important role in women's psychological health after experiencing intimate partner violence …

From posttraumatic stress symptoms to suicidal ideation among military Veterans: Pathways founded on meaning in life and gratitude

Abstract: Military veterans experience higher rates of suicidal ideation compared to nonveteran populations. Importantly, suicidal ideation often precedes and predicts fatal and …

Meaning in life following service among post‐9/11 military Veterans: A latent growth mixture model analysis

Abstract: Meaning in life refers to the "sense made of, and significance felt regarding, the nature of one's being and existence." Meaningful living promotes well‐being, …

Meaning in life following service among post-9/11 military Veterans: a latent growth mixture model analysis

Abstract: Meaning in life refers to the "sense made of, and significance felt regarding, the nature of one's being and existence." Meaningful living promotes well-being, …

Resilience to Suicidal Ideation among U.S. Military Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress: Results from the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study

Abstract: Veterans with combat exposure experience high rates of posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) and associated suicidal ideation. The current study examined whether social …