• Journal: Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal
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Using peer specialists to support suicide prevention: A mixed-methods pilot of peers for valued living (PREVAIL) in the Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This mixed-methods study evaluated a pilot peer specialist intervention designed to reduce suicide risk in high-risk veterans with severe psychiatric …

Work and recovery from substance use disorder in Veterans Affairs: Characteristics of Veterans seeking work therapy and vocational rehabilitation

Abstract: Objective: Substance use disorders are prevalent in Veterans and associated with a wide range of deleterious effects. Helping Veterans with substance use disorders …

Appraisal of social interaction and social motivation in homeless-experienced Veterans: An ecological momentary assessment study

Abstract: Objective: Initiatives developed by the Department of Veteran Affairs have reduced Veteran homelessness, but homeless-experienced veterans (HEVs) still face social …

Appraisal of social interaction and social motivation in homeless-experienced Veterans: An ecological momentary assessment study

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Initiatives developed by the Department of Veteran Affairs have reduced Veteran homelessness, but homeless-experienced veterans (HEVs) still face social …

Confirmatory factor analysis of the Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale-Expanded in Veterans with comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder and severe mental illness

Abstract: Objective: Individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and comorbid severe mental illness (SMI) are often underserved and undertreated. Empirical validation of …

Motivational interviewing: Key ingredients associated with taking a step toward employment

Abstract: Objective: This study sought to identify key ingredients of motivational interviewing (MI) associated with taking a step in the direction of competitive employment (CE) …

Employment outcomes from VA vocational services involving transitional work for veterans with a diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Objective: Transitional work (TW) for veterans with psychiatric disabilities is the predominant model of vocational rehabilitation in the Veterans Health Administration …

Pilot testing a manualized equine-facilitated cognitive processing therapy (EF-CPT) intervention for PTSD in veterans

Abstract: Objective: The objective of this study was to test effectiveness and feasibility of equine-facilitatedcognitive processing therapy (EF-CPT), a manualized adaptation of …

The Long and Winding Road to Postsecondary Education for US Veterans with Invisible Injuries

Abstract: Veterans with "invisible injuries" (a mental health diagnosis or a traumatic brain injury) often pursue higher education to enhance employment and community …

Psychiatric Rehabilitation for Veterans and the Evolution of the Field

Abstract: This special issue on psychiatric rehabilitation for veterans celebrates the Department of VeteransAffairs’ commitment to innovation in psychiatric rehabilitation and …

Positive impact of IPS supported employment on PTSD-related occupational-psychosocial functional outcomes: Results from a VA randomized-controlled trial.

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has significant negative effects on occupational, interpersonal, and social functioning. Supported employment is highly …

Preferences for family involvement among veterans in treatment for schizophrenia

Abstract: Objective: Examine preferences for family involvement in psychiatric care in a large, representative sample of Veterans in treatment for schizophrenia. Method: Veterans …