Strategy for our Veterans: UK Government Consultation Response

Summary: This document is the response to the UK Government Consultation Paper, containing a summary of the contributions and the initial action plan to move towards achieving the …

Suffering in the shadows: Interviews with wives of combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and/or traumatic brain injury

Abstract: The body of research examining issues confronting combat veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars continues to grow. However, this research focuses primarily upon …

Call to Action: Making California the Most Military and Veteran Friendly State

Abstract: California has a unique opportunity to improve the state of the American veteran and, in so doing, move to the top of the list of America’s most veteran-friendly …

PTSD in U.S. Veterans: The Role of Social Connectedness, Combat Experience and Discharge

Abstract: Service members who transition out of the military often face substantial challenges during their transition to civilian life. Leaving military service requires …

The South Yorkshire Armed Forces Covenant Project: Mapping of the Armed Forces Community Across the Region

Summary: This document presents the findings from the first of four community capacity building components of the South Yorkshire Armed Forces Covenant project in the UK. Overall, …

Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life: the Role of Mastery and Social Support

A survey was sent to all recently released Canadian Armed Forces members to examine their military to civilian transition experience and what resources are needed to ensure a …

"It's not just about recovery" The Right Turn Veteran-Specific Recovery Service Evaluation

Executive Summary: Each year roughly 17,000 people leave the UK Armed Forces and the vast majority make a successful transition into civilian society. A small but increasing number …

Outcomes of a Therapeutic Fly-Fishing Program for Veterans with Combat-Related Disabilities: A Community-Based Rehabilitation Initiative

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the outcomes of a therapeutic fly-fishing program for veterans with combat-related disabilities. A total of 40 veterans …

Self-Stigma and Veteran Culture

Abstract: Self-stigma is a salient concept in mental health care. Consequences of self-stigma include increased morbidity and decreased engagement with the health care system. …

"It gave me an excuse to get out into society again": Decreasing Veteran Isolation through a Community Agricultural Peer Support Model

Abstract: Reintegration is known to be a difficult time for Veterans. Peer support programs offer a good strategy for military and Veterans, particularly as it relates to …

The New Front line: Voices of Veterans in Need

Summary: SSAFA commissioned the research, on which thisreport is based, from Compass Partnership in order to understand better the specific needs of this cohort and identify …

Are Communities Ready? Assessing Providers’ Practices, Attitudes, and Knowledge About Military Personnel

Abstract: One potential barrier to helping returning military personnel and their families is a lack of community providers skilled to help these groups. Although capacity and …