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Post-traumatic stress disorder is associated with a higher rate of polypectomy independent of an increased frequency of colonoscopy in Australian veterans: a retrospective review

Codebeautify.org Text to HTML Converter Abstract: Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with extensive physical comorbidities, including lower …

Evaluation of an equine-assisted therapy program for veterans who identify as ‘wounded, injured or ill’ and their partners

The aim of this study was to evaluate outcomes of an equine-assisted therapy program for Defence Force veterans and their partners across the psychological domains of depression, …

Families' experiences of supporting Australian veterans and emergency service first responders (ESFRs) to seek help for mental health problems

Abstract: The objective of this phenomenological study was to describe families' experiences of supporting veterans and emergency service first responders (ESFRs) (known also as …

Health service interventions for intimate partner violence among military personnel and Veterans: A framework and scoping review.

Abstract:IPV is a significant concern among active duty (AD) military personnel or veterans, and there is a need for initiatives to address violence perpetrated by such personnel, …

Moral injury, chaplaincy and mental health provider approaches to treatment: A scoping review.

Abstract:The aim of this research was to describe the evidence examining the approaches taken by mental health providers (MHPs) and chaplains to address symptoms related to moral …

Women in World War II Royal Australian Air Force Bands: An Untold Story

Abstract: Existing research into Australian defence force bands, including that published by the Australian Defence Force itself, assumes that women were not eligible to join …

Australian military and veteran's mental health care part 1: an introduction to cultural essentials for clinicians

Abstract: Objective: This article aims to define the cultural specificity of Australian military and veterans, and introduce some of the essential clinician knowledge, skills and …

Transition from military to civilian: Identity, social connectedness, and veteran wellbeing

Military identity and a sense of social connectedness may help explain differences in contemporary veteran wellbeing following transition from military to civilian life. However, …

Reconceptualizing identities: Veterans' perspectives on career transition challenges

Abstract: Those who serve in military organizations typically develop a strong sense of identification with the defense force and those with whom they serve. However, when these …

Veteran families with complex needs: a qualitative study of the veterans’ support system

Abstract: Background: Families with complex needs face significant challenges accessing and navigating health and social services. For veteran families, these challenges are …

Sleep disturbances following traumatic brain injury are associated with poor neurobehavioral outcomes in US military service members and veterans

Abstract: Study objectives: This study examined whether sleep disturbances were associated with neurobehavioral outcome following a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a well …

Serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members who have served since 1985: suicide monitoring 2001 to 2019

Abstract: This is the AIHW’s fourth annual report on suicide among permanent, reserve and ex-serving ADF members. Previous editions included members with at least one day of ADF …