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From War to Workforce: Assisting Veterans as they Reintegrate into the Workforce

Abstract: This report summarises a conference held to explore collaborative work discussing best practices to help transitioning veterans find and retain meaningful employment.

The Association of Service Members' Postdeployment Adjustment with Family Interaction

Abstract: Two models were tested examining the relationship of service members’ adjustment following deployment and the impact of their postdeployment adjustment on family …

Randomized Controlled Trial of two Brief Alcohol Interventions for OEF/OIF Veterans

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to test the efficacy of two brief interventions for alcohol misuse in a sample of combat veterans of the wars in Iraq and …

Intimate Partner Violence and Military Women

Abstract: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant issue that affects all women, including those who serve in the military. The myriad of issues faced by active-duty women …

Military Veterans’ Midlife Career Transition and Life Satisfaction

Abstract: Many military veterans face the challenging transition to civilian employment. Military veteran members of a national program, Troops to Teachers, were surveyed …

Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on Neurocognitive Functioning and Mood in Deployed U.S. Soldiers: A Pilot Study

Abstract: Omega-3 fatty acids (FAs) may have neuroprotective properties for psychological health and cognition. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of …

Serving Veterans and Military Families: Best Practices for Human Service Professionals

Abstract: Since 2001, more than 2.6 million troops have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Their reintegration back into civilian society can often be met with difficult …

Veteran-Students in Transition at a Midwestern University

Abstract: One of the fastest-growing subpopulations of nontraditional college students is military veterans who enroll in institutions of higher education following their returns …

Warring Identities: Identity Conflict and the Mental Distress of American Veterans of the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan

Abstract: Drawing from 26 life story interviews of recent American veterans, this paper analyzes the identity struggle faced by soldiers returning from Operation Iraqi Freedom and …

PTSD is Negatively Associated with Physical Performance and Physical Function in Older Overweight Military Veterans

Abstract: This study examines the effect of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on function and physical performance in older overweight military Veterans with comorbid …

The Community Quarterback: Veterans and their Families are Coming Home. Are we Ready?

Abstract: We know communities that successfully support their military-impacted populations are those that engage their entire citizenry in the unique challenges facing veterans …

Randomized Controlled Trial of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for Symptoms of Combat-Related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Abstract: Therapies for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) endorsed by the Department of Defense and Veterans Administration are relatively lengthy, costly, and yield variable …