• Journal: Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice and Policy
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The course of symptoms over time in people with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Objective: There is inadequate evidence regarding the symptom profile of people who have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) over time. The goal of this study was to …

Family caregivers of service members in United States Department of Defense health care report impairment in longitudinal health outcomes

Abstract: Objective: To examine elevated symptoms on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) measures over 2 years in caregivers of service members with traumatic brain injury …

Trauma exposure, mental health, and mental health treatment among LGBTQ+ Veterans and nonveterans

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of the study was to compare lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+ (LGBTQ+) veterans' and nonveterans' prevalence of potentially traumatic …

Moral injury and suicidality among combat-wounded veterans: The moderating effects of social connectedness and self-compassion

Abstract: Objective: Among combat veterans, moral injury (i.e., the guilt, shame, inability to forgive one’s self and others, and social withdrawal associated with one’s …

Morally Injurious Experiences and Mental Health: The Moderating Role of Self-Compassion

Abstract: Introduction: Military veterans are at heightened risk for developing mental and behavioral health problems. Morally injurious combat experiences have recently gained …

Comorbid mood and anxiety disorders and severity of posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms in treatment-seeking veterans

Abstract: Objective: Comorbidity is the rule and not the exception among veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Examining comorbidities in a veteran population allows …

Occupational Functioning and Employment Services Use Among VA Primary Care Patients With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Abstract: Objective: Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) exhibit high levels of unemployment. The Department of Veterans Affairs Health System (VHA) offers a …