Abstract: For nearly 20 years, military members and their families have been involved in some form of military operation in support of what is known as the Global War on …
Abstract: Introduction: The limited research base regarding Veteran welfare has emphasized the adverse psychosocial aspects of being the intimate partner of a Veteran struggling …
Abstract: Introduction: Moral injury (MI) refers to the psychological distress associated with perceived betrayals or perceived transgressions of one’s moral values. It has been …
Abstract: The prevalence of smoking is documented in the general population; however, few studies have explored the prevalence of smoking among U.S. Veterans. Smoking is a risk …
Abstract: Introduction: Women who use wheelchairs express concerns with current devices that are male-centric and do not address their needs. As women attain more representation …
Abstract: Introduction: In Canada, wait times for orthopedic surgery represent a significant delay in care for patients with musculoskeletal disorders. To improve access, new …
Abstract: The Veteran Suicide Mortality Study describes the risk of death by suicide for Canadian Veterans using data linkage at Statistics Canada. The study includes Veterans …
Abstract: The prevalence of chronic pain among Canadian Armed Forces Regular Force Veterans released from service between 1998 and 2007 is twice as high as the general population, …
Abstract: When parents drink unhealthy amounts of alcohol, it can have negative consequences for their children’s mental health. Although some evidence has shown that members of …
Abstract: Research shows the positive effects of creative self-expression and, specifically, poetry therapy for Veterans, including Veterans experiencing posttraumatic stress …
Abstract: The ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic would, by most definitions, be considered a “crisis.” While crises can be overwhelming and often expose vulnerabilities and …