Suicidal thoughts and behaviors do not influence Veterans' alcohol use disorder or posttraumatic stress disorder recovery trajectories in a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB) are elevated among individuals with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The highest STB …

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 …

Alcohol use disorder among U.S. Veterans Veterans' issues in focus

Abstract: Key Takeaways: Excessive drinking is a leading factor in preventable deaths among U.S. veterans and is associated with higher health care usage. In 2023, 55 percent of …

Treatment patterns and healthcare resource use among Veterans initiating medication for incident moderate-to-severe alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Several medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUDs) are recommended to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD) in the Veterans Affairs (VA) …

Hazardous drinking and cannabis use in military Veterans: Comparative associations with risk for suicidal and non-suicidal self-injury

Abstract: Alcohol and cannabis use are each associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors and nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) in military veterans, but less is known with regard …

Diagnosis of alcohol use disorder and deaths related to alcohol, drug overdose, or suicide among post-9/11 active duty service members and Veterans following traumatic brain injury

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: The association between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) is known, but the extent of TBI's role in developing AUD remains unclear. …

Effects of a mobile mindfulness smartphone app on posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms and alcohol use problems for Veterans: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Objective: Veterans returning from deployment have high rates of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and co-occurring alcohol use disorder (AUD). Current treatments for …

Rethinking gender differences: An investigation of comorbid psychopathology and alcohol use disorder in Veterans

Abstract: Background: While men have been found to drink more alcohol and have higher rates of alcohol-related mortality, women tend to experience higher rates of alcohol-related …

Impact of alcohol use disorder on inpatient hospitalizations: A comparison of outcomes between urban and rural Veterans Affairs hospitals

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality that disproportionately affects rural residents and Veterans. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate …

The role of posttraumatic cognitions in integrated treatments for co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic cognitions are a mechanism of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom reduction in trauma-focused interventions for PTSD. It is unclear how …

Help seeking for self-reported alcohol problems among serving and ex-serving personnel: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Prior research has found low levels of help seeking for alcohol problems among serving and ex-serving military populations. This study aimed to understand what factors …

Identifying factors linked to current patterns of alcohol consumption in US Veterans with a history of alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is more prevalent among U.S. veterans than non-veterans, and adversely affects functioning and quality of life. This study aimed to understand …