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The association between Glasgow Coma Scale scores and PTSD in military trauma casualties: Does mental status following injury play a role in PTSD development?

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is prevalent among military personnel and may arise following a wide range of traumatic exposures. Consciousness level …

Factors associated with chronic pain intensity in U.S. Army soldiers

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic pain is prevalent among U.S. military personnel and veterans. The effectiveness of evidence-based pain treatments can be boosted with knowledge of …

Paediatric obesity prevalence in the U.S. military health system, fiscal years 2012-2018

Abstract: Introduction: Obesity prevalence in Military Health System (MHS) children has been reported through fiscal year (FY) 2012 as consistently lower than in the general …

Adverse childhood experiences and positive childhood experiences among United States military children

Abstract: Introduction: Many facets of military life are contributors to child health including frequent mobility, family separation, and increased risk to parental physical and …

Leadership styles experienced during military service predict later anhedonic depressive symptoms and self-efficacy in veterans with alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Introduction: Lifetime and past-year alcohol use disorder (AUD) prevalence is significantly higher in US Armed Services Veterans than in non-veterans across adulthood. …

Recommendation for long-term management of adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in military populations, veterans, and dependents: a narrative review

Abstract: Introduction: In addition to the higher burden of mental health disease in the military, there is a compounding antecedent association between behavioral health …

Support for complicated grief in military primary care: associations, challenges, and opportunities

Abstract: Objective: This study examined whether service members and their families engage in communication with their primary care managers (PCMs) regarding their losses and to …

Survey of resources in behavioral sleep medicine across the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency

Abstract: Introduction: Insomnia affects approximately 40% of active duty service members and adversely affects health, readiness, and safety. The VA/DoD Clinical Practice …

Role of unit physicians and challenges encountered in the follow-up of military personnel with cancer

Abstract: Introduction: General practitioners (GPs) play a central role in the management and coordination of care of patients with malignant tumors and blood diseases. Civilian …

Maternal and neonatal outcomes of adolescent pregnancies in the military health system

Abstract: Objective: To determine if universal access to care for military beneficiaries improves timing of presentation to prenatal care (PNC) in adolescent and young adult (AYA) …

Training, deployment preparation, and behavioral health of New York national guard personnel deployed to assist with covid-19 decedent work

Abstract: Introduction: A small body of research conducted mostly among civilians has shown that adequate training and preparation can prevent or reduce the development of …

Complementary and integrative medicine prevalence and utilization in international military and veteran settings and communities: a systematic review

Abstract: Introduction Active duty military personnel and veterans have unique and complex health needs, with the high demands of military life often leading to chronic physical …