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Dietary treatment of PTSD in Veterans with Gulf War illness

Abstract:Veterans who served in the Gulf War commonly experience a multi-symptom neurological illness called Gulf War Illness (GWI) that stems from chemical exposures during the …

The impact of race on survival and treatment in Veterans treated for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer

Abstract: Background: Black individuals have higher incidence and mortality rates of prostate cancer than White individuals, and existing literature on treatment sequencing …

Exploring the perceptions of parents or guardians on the behavioral health of military dependents during a parent's deployment

Abstract:A deployment is a type of separation when a military member is temporarily relocated to another location to complete a mission or task. Children can have a range of …

Exploring the underrepresentation of women of color in top senior enlisted roles in the U.S. Navy: A qualitative phenomenological study

Abstract:The problem addressed in this study was the persistent underrepresentation of WoC, specifically African American, Hispanic, Asian American, and Native American …

The lived experience of black females at the United States Naval Academy: Navigating waters less traveled

Abstract:This study addresses a critical gap in the literature by centering the lived experiences of Black female midshipmen at the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA)—a group that remains …

The military’s mental health crisis and the role of the media in communicating the problem

Abstract:In the past 20 years, the suicide rate among service members has increased, with more than 30,177 service members and veterans (Crawford & Lutz, 2021) who served during …

The persistent effects of reintegration and militarization on female Veteran identity: A narrative inquiry study

Abstract:Reintegration presents significant challenges for female Veterans after their military service ends. This qualitative narrative inquiry study illuminates these …

The portrayal of female soldiers: A comparative analysis of German and U.S. military recruitment videos on social media

Abstract: Militaries worldwide are increasingly relying on social media to address recruitment challenges, particularly in attracting women to their ranks. This study compares the …

Feasibility and acceptability of caring cards: A peer-to-peer recovery-oriented suicide prevention intervention for US Veterans

Abstract: Caring Cards is a novel adaptation of caring contacts, where Veterans with a history of suicidality (card makers) create cards for Veterans with active suicidality …

Tobacco cessation strategies in military personnel: A meta-analysis of randomized trials

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of behavioural and pharmacological tobacco cessation interventions among active-duty military personnel and veterans. Methods: We …

Gaps in access to cognitive rehabilitation referrals among Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To examine whether cognitive symptoms, an indicator of need, was associated with the likelihood that Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) received …

Healthcare access challenges and opportunities among patients with medical complexities, U.S. military Veterans and women with uterine fibroids

Abstract:While access to medical care is essential to preventing disease, maintaining health, and managing acute and chronic illness, healthcare access is a varied experience in …