• Journal: American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
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"I just needed somebody to talk to": The role of the Veterans crisis line in social connection for women Veterans

Abstract: The U.S. Surgeon General in 2023 declared an "epidemic of loneliness and social isolation" in the United States, conditions that impact health risks, including suicidal …

Transgender older adults' prior military service: Mental health differences by gender identification

Abstract: Despite a proportionally higher likelihood of serving, the role of prior military service in the mental health of transgender individuals is understudied. Research on the …

Family member incarceration and loneliness among low-income U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Exposure to incarceration can have significant ramifications for one's social relationships. However, the study of how the incarceration of a family member influences …

How Often Does Homelessness Precede Criminal Arrest in Veterans? Results From the US Survey of Prison Inmates

Abstract: Research has shown links between homelessness and criminal legal involvement in military veterans. The present study aimed to determine the magnitude and directionality …

What the public should know about veterans returning from combat deployment to support reintegration: A qualitative analysis

Abstract: Consensus reports have called for interventions to educate civilians about the reintegration challenges that veterans experience. The current study describes veterans’ …

How can policy strengthen community support for children in military families?

Abstract: The extraordinary demands of recent wars have increased burdens on many military families and existing systems of care. The sacrifices made by service members are made …

Military Service Member and Veteran Reintegration: A Critical Review and Adapted Ecological Model

Abstract: Returning military service members and veterans (MSMVs) experience a wide range of stress-related disorders in addition to social and occupational difficulties when …

Childhood Antecedents of Incarceration and Criminal Justice Involvement Among Homeless Veterans

Abstract: Although criminal justice involvement and incarceration are common problems for homeless veterans, few studies have examined childhood risk factors for criminal justice …

Facilitating Successful Reintegration: Attending to the Needs of Military Families

Abstract: Subsequent to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the experiences of military service members (MSVMs) and veterans have garnered increasing attention. A growing body of …