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Associations between contraceptive counseling quality and contraceptive use in a national survey of women Veterans

Abstract: Background: Contraceptive counseling quality is associated with trust in providers, method satisfaction, and method continuation. Little is known, however, about …

Black women benefit from psychotherapies for insomnia, but experience adherence challenges: Results of a comparative effectiveness trial in women Veterans

Abstract:Background: Black women and veterans experience disproportionally high rates of insomnia. Few studies have examined how treatment adherence and outcomes vary by racial …

Exploring military providers’ attitudes assessing and treating patients’ suicidality

Abstract:Suicide is a major public health problem and among the leading causes of death in the United States. Active-duty US Army soldiers are at greater risk for suicide compared …

Clinical outcomes of telehealth-based cognitive behavioral therapy for suicide prevention in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: Introduction: US Veterans are at higher risk for suicide compared to the general population. Access to evidence-based practices for suicide prevention (EBP-SPs) is …

Collaborative learning to examine the feasibility and uptake of whole health coaching for rural-residing Veterans with multiple chronic conditions

Abstract: Introduction: Among rural communities, there is a growing occurrence of persons with multiple chronic conditions (MCC) who have many unmet health care needs. Innovative …

Long-term changes in cardiorespiratory fitness and incidence of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias among US Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Poor cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) has been identified …

Military life and child development: Examining the relationship between military life and emotional intelligence among adult military children

Abstract:The military lifestyle presents unique challenges for military children, including parental separations due to deployments and frequent forced relocations, which can lead …

Population prevalence and correlates of tobacco use among U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Objectives: U.S. military veterans are disproportionately affected by tobacco use. This study examines the prevalence and covariates of tobacco product use (TPU) among …

Glutamine metabolite ratios are related to thwarted belongingness and perceived burdensomeness: Preliminary evidence from a Veteran sample with and without history of suicidal ideation

Abstract: Background: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors are an acute public health issue, particularly among US Veterans. The interpersonal-psychological theory of suicide posits …

The accuracy of Veteran readiness and employment claims cannot be assessed because of insufficient documentation

Abstract: Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) is a Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) program that provides job training and other services to rehabilitate veterans with …

Inaccurate disclosure of suicidal thoughts during population-based suicide risk screening in primary care in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Prior research suggests that disclosure of suicidal thoughts in healthcare settings may be low. OBJECTIVES: Describe frequency of self-reported inaccurate …

A framework for setting special and incentive pays in the Department of the Air Force: Motivation, development, and analysis to support the framework

Abstract: Special and incentive (S&I) pays, including bonuses, are a key element of military compensation that vary because of such factors as occupation, assignment, duty type, …