Military families: Resilience through strength

Abstract:Objective: To introduce a supplement highlighting the multifaceted challenges and strengths of military families and to emphasize their essential role in individual …

Attitudes towards mammography among rural-residing women Veterans overdue for breast cancer screening

Abstract: Introduction: Breast cancer screening enables the use of earlier treatment options and contributes to decreased mortality, however, there are urban-rural screening …

Experiences and support needs of Veterans living with dementia

Abstract: Despite an increased focus on dementia nationally and internationally little evidence exists on veteran experiences of dementia. Accounts of supporting veterans with …

Participant satisfaction and engagement with a military longitudinal cohort study: The U.S. Millennium Cohort Study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Service members and veterans remain a challenging population for survey research. As the Millennium Cohort Study is the largest and longest running …

Defence and Veteran mental health and wellbeing strategy 2024

Abstract: The strategy aims to improve the mental health and wellbeing of the Defence and veteran community. The strategy sets out the joint approach of the Department of Defence …

Investigation of military spouse suicide

Abstract: Background: Recent statistics released by the Department of Defense have revealed increasing numbers of military spouse suicide. Although past qualitative research has …

The transition to adulthood: A qualitative study of autism spectrum disorder from military and Veteran parents and military-dependent young adults

Abstract: Introduction: Given the unique experiences of military service members and their families, military-dependent young adults (18-25 years old) with autism spectrum …

Promoting health and wellbeing through non-clinical arts programming: Multi-stakeholder perspectives from the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Purpose: While the value of art therapy is well-established and arts are increasingly leveraged to promote health and wellbeing more broadly, little is known about the …

Role of military context and couple well-being in the psychological vulnerability of military wives in the united states

Abstract: The psychological health of military spouses is essential for the health and readiness of the family system. Thus, it is essential to understand contextual and familial …

How We Can Support Our Military Families: Supporting Community-Based Programs That Enhance Military Quality of Life

Abstract: Today the role of defense communities has only grown more significant as installations have evolved from closed enclaves in past decades to integrated entities in a …

Barriers and facilitators to implementation of musculoskeletal injury mitigation programmes for military service members around the world: a scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injury (MSK-I) mitigation and prevention programmes (MSK-IMPPs) have been developed and implemented across militaries worldwide. Although …

A pilot of a Veteran suicide prevention learning collaborative among community organizations: initial results and outcomes

Abstract: Veteran suicide remains an ongoing public health concern in need of fresh, community-based initiatives. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has built an …