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Sequenced psychotherapy improves evidence-based trauma-focused psychotherapy initiation and retention in a national sample of Veterans

Abstract: Background: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disabling condition costing the Veterans Administration (VA) $5 billion annually in disability compensation. Despite …

A retrospective case-control study evaluating medications associated with inpatient falls in a single Veterans Affairs medical center

Abstract: Background Falls, specifically in the older population, can lead to adverse health consequences including fractures, head injuries, and increased length of hospital stay. …

Black incarcerated Veterans and VA service access

Abstract:This study investigates racial disparities in access to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) services among incarcerated Veterans, with a specific focus on Black …

Military exposures and early menopause: Findings from the Gulf War Era Cohort Study (GWECS)

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Traumatic and environmental exposures during military service may affect reproductive health and ovarian aging, putting women veterans at risk for early …

The effect of Veteran index trauma on PTSD literacy

Abstract:Accurate diagnosis and mental health treatment is essential in alleviating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, a lack of mental health literacy (MHL) can be a …

Evaluating whole health engagement among homeless-experienced Veterans in an emergency shelter: A quality improvement study

Abstract: Background : Whole Health (WH) programs aim to integrate mental, physical, and social health to improve Veteran well-being. Homeless-Experienced Veterans (HEVs) may face …

Comparison of US Army soldiers' health-related behaviors before and during the COVID-19 pandemic era

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To determine if the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic was associated with differences in eating behaviors, body mass index, physical activity, …

Factors associated with frailty clinic utilization by high-need high-risk older adult Veterans

Abstract: Objectives: Clinical models incorporating multidomain assessment and interventions may be helpful for older adults with frailty and other higher-risk geriatric patients. …

A case example of a female Veteran completing brief cognitive behavioral conjoint therapy augmented with 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)

Abstract: This case study highlights a female military veteran and her intimate partner who participated in an open label clinical trial receiving brief Cognitive-Behavioral …

Long-term outcomes of single-dose psilocybin for U.S. military Veterans with severe treatment-resistant depression – 12-month data from an open-label pilot study

Abstract: Background One-third of Veterans with major depressive disorder suffer from treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This is the first study to evaluate the long-term …

Mental health in the post-deployment transition assistance program: A qualitative study of National Guard members' experiences

Abstract:Objective: National Guard post-deployment and reintegration processes leave servicemembers with a unique urgency to return to their families, homes, and civilian lives due …

Outcomes of COVID-19: Posttraumatic growth and emotion-focused coping among U.S. Veterans

Abstract:Female veterans are currently the fastest growing population of veterans in the United States (Department of Veterans Affairs, 2022) and have a higher prevalence of …