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Exploring the emotional landscape of Veterans: An analysis of poems about PTSD

Abstract: This paper explores how veterans use poetry as a means of escape from their PTSD, and how it helps them to cope with their trauma. I first describe what PTSD is and the …

How military service affects Veterans’ job outcomes

Abstract: The US military transforms civilians into soldiers, and with this transformation, they widen the gap between them and those left behind in civilian life—differing in …

Let’s ask, let them tell, and listen: The voices of gay & lesbian Veterans

Abstract: When people in America think of a war veteran, they most likely picture an old, white, Christian man with an American flag pin on his shirt, a wife that supports him, and …

National comparison of Veterans and non-veterans medical center patient satisfaction ratings: An HCAHPS survey data analysis

Abstract: This study compared patient satisfaction with quality of care received in US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals and non-VA hospitals. Out of the 137 VA …

Investigating the Moral Challenges Experienced by UK Service Police Veterans

Abstract: Previous research has explored the negative effects of exposure to potentially morally injurious events among armed forces veterans and active-duty military personnel …

A Veteran’s journey to social support: bridging connection through community-based Veterans socials

Abstract: Jess, a US Air Force Veteran, shares her journey from active duty to the civilian sector. She discusses her challenges, including loneliness and isolation, and how she …

Affective depression mediates PTSD to suicide in sample of post-9/11 combat Veterans

Abstract: Combat veterans are at high risk for suicide; consequently, it is paramount to examine factors that may relate to lower levels of suicide among this population. This …

Aging Veterans and a silver lining of service

Abstract: The objective of this study was to explore aging veteran’s military experiences, including serving in conflicts or wars and their military-related health issues, with a …

Beyond PTSD: A multi-case study exploring identity, moral injury, and spiritual injury

Abstract: This multi-case study explored Swedish military veterans’ experiences related to posttraumatic stress disorder, moral injury, and spiritual injury. Specifically, the …

Meeting the needs of community college student Veterans transitioning from military to civilian life

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the transition and support experiences of community college student veterans across the state of California. This study focused …

The military to civilian transition: Exploring experiences of transitions to ‘Civvy Street’ and implications for the self

Abstract: The aim of the current research was to explore veterans’ experiences of the military to civilian transition, specifically focussing on the role of their sense of self. …

Factors Influencing the Salience of Military/Veteran Identity Post Discharge: A Scoping Review

Abstract: Military/veteran identity is defined as the prominence of past military service, beliefs, and norms on an individual’s post-military sense of self. The salience of …