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Addressing pandemic-related guilt and shame in U.S. military Veterans: A pilot randomized controlled trial of trauma-informed guilt reduction and supportive care therapy

Abstract: Objective: The coronavirus disease–2019 pandemic created potentially morally injurious situations such as being unable to care for loved ones or making decisions that …

Treatment for co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorders among Veterans and civilians: A test of causally moderated comparative effectiveness

Abstract: Objective: The prevalence and negative sequelae of co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder (PTSD + SUD) are well documented. Findings from …

Changes in suicidal ideation in a randomized clinical trial for trauma-related guilt in post 9/11 Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Trauma-related guilt is associated with suicidality among veterans. Limited research has examined if addressing trauma-related guilt in treatment decreases …

Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia with prolonged exposure compared to sleep hygiene and prolonged exposure: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Objective: Co-occurrence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and insomnia disorder is common and associated with greater psychiatric and functional problems than …

Providers’ role in building patient buy-in for treating chronic pain and PTSD: Veterans’ perspectives on interactions with providers

Abstract:Background: Patients with co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD are especially vulnerable to debilitating symptoms and frustrating experiences seeking healthcare. The …

Providers’ role in building patient buy-in for treating chronic pain and PTSD: Veterans’ perspectives on interactions with providers

Abstract: Background: Patients with co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD are especially vulnerable to debilitating symptoms and frustrating experiences seeking healthcare. The …

Comorbid chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder among Veterans: Approaches to care

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The aim is to elucidate approaches to care for comorbid chronic pain and PTSD (CP + PTSD) in the Veterans Administration (VA). These conditions are …

Reduction in reintegration stress among post-9/11 Veterans in a clinical trial for trauma-related guilt

Abstract: Reintegration stress is commonly reported by returning Veterans with post-trauma distress and associated with mental health and functioning difficulties. Interventions …

Intimate partner violence perpetration and firearm ownership and storage practices among U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Background: Population-based data on the relationship between intimate partner violence (IPV) and firearm ownership and storage practices in U.S. military veterans are …

Prevalence of moral injury in nationally representative samples of combat Veterans, healthcare workers, and first responders

Abstract: Background: Moral injury affects a variety of populations who make ethically complex decisions involving their own and others’ well-being, including combat veterans, …

The role of posttraumatic cognitions in integrated treatments for co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic cognitions are a mechanism of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom reduction in trauma-focused interventions for PTSD. It is unclear how …

Sexual orientation moderates the association between health care utilization-related factors and mental health service nonutilization among United States military Veterans

Abstract: This study examined mental health treatment nonutilization among sexual minority versus heterosexual Veterans with demonstrated psychiatric need. Data were analyzed from …