Why might people consider certain posttraumatic stress disorder treatment options and not others?

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The 2023 Veterans Affairs/Department of Defense Clinical Practice Guideline for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD; Veterans Affairs/Department of Defense, …

Military culture awareness and competence in counseling: Insights from counselors, supervisors and UK Navy and Marine beneficiaries of counseling

Abstract: Military cultural competency (MCC) is increasingly recognized as essential for building trust and delivering effective care to military-connected individuals. Unlike the …

Semen parameters and exposure risks in military males

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military members and veterans have unique environmental and occupational exposures and their influence on reproductive function is unknown. The objective of …

Behavioral activation for smoking cessation in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: A randomized clinical trial

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Certain psychiatric populations have especially low smoking cessation rates. This highlights the need to identify smoking treatments that increase cessation …

Lived experiences of rural female Veterans seeking mental health counseling

Abstract:Over the past 20 years, the number of female veterans in the United States has doubled. Research has shown a gap in the literature regarding the lived experiences of …

Associations between food insecurity and perceived overall health, stress, and counseling utilization among a representative sample of the active-duty U.S. military, 2020

Abstract: Background: In 2020, approximately 10% of U.S. civilian households were food insecure compared to over 25% of households with active-duty U.S. military service members. …

Mental health treatment among U.S. military Veterans: Insights from the National Health Interview Survey

Abstract: Background: In the United States (U.S.), the prevalence of anxiety and depression is increasing, yet significant barriers to mental health treatment remain. U.S. military …

Veterans' perceptions of counseling for posttraumatic stress disorder: A focus on black men

Abstract: The purpose of this conceptual article is to explore the perceptions of Black male veterans regarding counseling for posttraumatic stress disorder. This will build upon …

Military spouses' perceptions of their resilience

Abstract: Military spouses face many challenges as a result of the military lifestyle. Much focus has been placed on enhancing the resilience of military spouses by both the …

Tobacco use prevalence in the military health system: A retrospective study

Abstract: Introduction: Tobacco use is prevalent and has traditionally been higher in the U.S. Military population than in the civilian population, but studies are limited. The …

Financial barriers and facilitators to secure firearm and medication storage among Veterans with elevated suicide risk: A qualitative study

Abstract: Objective: To explore financial barriers and facilitators to promoting secure firearm and medication storage among patients at risk for suicide. Methods: Veterans seeking …

Veterans Administration Readjustment Counseling Service Counselors’ Training Needs: Results of a National Needs Assessment

Abstract: The Department of Veteran Affairs established Readjustment Counseling Service (RCS) to meet the mental health needs of active-duty service members, veterans, and their …