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Functional impairment associated with cognitive decline in Veterans with psychiatric and neuropsychiatric comorbid conditions

Abstract:Cognitive decline and functional impairment present significant challenges for aging populations, particularly among U.S. military Veterans who face unique service-related …

Investigating the roles of self-compassion and trauma types on post-trauma outcomes among Veterans

Abstract:Military service carries a high risk of trauma exposure, contributing to significant psychological distress, including posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). Identifying …

The built environment and adverse cardiovascular events in US Veterans with cardiovascular disease

Abstract: QUESTION: Can AI-extracted interpretable built environment features predict major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in a national veteran population? FINDINGS: In this …

The effect of school classification and a Veteran-friendly rating on U.S. Veteran graduation rates

Abstract: U.S. colleges, universities, or trade schools enroll and graduate several veterans each year and receive extensive federal funding for doing so. Currently, there is …

Exploring the process of relational therapy in the treatment of addiction in U.S. military members and Veterans: Therapists' perspectives

Abstract: Addiction remains a critical issue among U.S. military service members and veterans, with relational factors frequently overlooked in treatment. Guided by Moustakas’ …

Discovery of novel ancestry specific genes for androgens and hypogonadism in Million Veteran Program men

Abstract: Given the various roles of testosterone in men’s health, we conducted a multi-ancestral genetic analysis of total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, and …

Racial, ethnic, and sex differences in need and receipt of support for social needs among Veterans

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Health-related social needs, downstream manifestations of social determinants or drivers of health, impact patients' health and well-being. To develop …

Large decrease in posttraumatic stress disorder severity and cardiovascular disease outcomes

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Improved physical health often follows large decreases in PTSD …

Promoting mental health treatment initiation of Veterans with PTSD using internet-based family training and telephone coaching: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Many veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) do not seek mental health care. Their significant others, including spouses and intimate partners, …

Post–below-knee amputation venous thromboembolism and mortality in United States Veterans

Abstract: Background: Patients who undergo below-knee surgical amputation (BKA) are at risk of postoperative venous thromboembolism (VTE). Limited prior studies quantified the rate …

Beyond the battlefield: Exploring LGBTQ+ service members’ and Veterans’ perception of the nature of military experiences and leadership

Abstract:The experiences of LGBTQ+ military personnel in the U.S. military have been informed by developing policies and societal behaviors. While major strides have been made, …

Reactivation of latent herpesviruses and a faulty antiviral response may contribute to chronic multi-symptom and multi-system illnesses in U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Chronic multi-symptom illness (CMI) is a broad term utilized by the Department of Veterans Affairs to refer to complex conditions of unknown etiology where individuals …