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The effects of interpersonal violence and traumatic brain injuries on mental health diagnoses in female and male Veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To examine sex differences in exposure to military sexual trauma (MST), intimate partner violence (IPV), and traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their …

Examining the acceptability and feasibility of a doula intervention program for Veterans receiving VA maternity care benefits

Abstract: We aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a community-based doula care pilot program for pregnant veterans receiving Department of Veterans Affairs …

Exploring student Veterans mental health stigma coping strategies in higher education: A phenomenological study

Abstract:Veterans who pursue higher education as a pathway to civilian reintegration often encounter unique challenges, particularly related to mental health stigma. This study …

Stress, control, and connection: A comparative study of Veterans and non-Veterans across the life course

Abstract:This dissertation examines health disparities between veterans and non-veterans through the lens of sociological stress process and life course frameworks. Drawing on …

Subjective excessive daytime sleepiness and frailty progression in Veterans over 50 with insomnia

Abstract:Frailty is common in aging veterans and linked to adverse outcomes. This retrospective cohort study of 6,824 veterans with insomnia examined whether excessive daytime …

The silent service: Identifying under-recognized young military caregivers

Abstract: Introduction: Recognizing and supporting family caregivers is critical to the Department of Veteran Affairs mission to support Veterans health and reduce the risk of …

Advancing access and success in higher education for military-connected learners

Abstract: This research brief draws on interviews with military-connected students, recent graduates, higher education practitioners who directly serve military-connected students, …

Understanding female Veterans’ perceptions of institutional betrayal on utilizing physical and/or mental healthcare resources

Abstract:It was unknown whether women veterans associated Veterans Affairs (VA) services with transitioning from the military. This qualitative study explored a need to better …

Biological markers of brain network connectivity and pain sensitivity distinguish low coping from high coping Veterans with persistent post-traumatic headache

Abstract: Headache is the most common pain complaint following mild traumatic brain injury. Roughly half of those with persistent post-traumatic headache (PPTH) also report neck …

Whole health implementation lessons from the Veterans Health Administration, United States of America

Abstract: The article discusses whole health implementation lessons from the U.S. Veterans Health Administration. Topics include foundational elements for effective whole health …

Measuring life skills among Veterans: A systematic review of published instruments

Abstract:Introduction: Supporting the well-being of Canadian Veterans is a key policy objective of Veterans Affairs Canada, which led to the development of a seven-domain …

Depression screening in Veterans and active-duty service members with chronic pain

Abstract:This Doctor of Nursing Practice project addressed the absence of evidence-based depression screening among military members and veterans with chronic pain. Contrary to …