The peer-led Honest, Open, Proud program to decrease the impact of mental illness stigma among German military personnel: Randomized controlled trial

Abstract:Purpose: Due to widespread stigma in the military, many military servicemembers with mental illness struggle with discrimination, self-stigma and decisions whether to …

“They’ll talk about everything else… but suicidal ideation”: Clinician experiences addressing non-disclosure of suicidal ideation among military-affiliated clients

Abstract: Background: More than half of people experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors may never disclose their experiences to another person. Veterans are more likely to die …

Disclosure and concealment in military couples: A dyadic study

Abstract: Objective: Disclosure of deployment-related experiences among military couples is generally beneficial to mental health and relationship adjustment. Yet, disclosure by …

Effect of enhanced informed consent on Veteran hesitancy to disclose suicidal ideation and related risk factors

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The concealment of suicidal ideation (SI) constitutes a significant barrier to reducing veteran deaths by suicide and is associated with fear of negative …

Decision (not) to disclose mental health conditions or substance abuse in the work environment: A multiperspective focus group study within the military

Abstract: Objectives: Many workers in high-risk occupations, such as soldiers, are exposed to stressors at work, increasing their risk of developing mental health conditions and …

The impact of moral injury and disclosure of military experiences on Veterans

Abstract: While many veterans face physical, psychological, and spiritual difficulties, research suggests that the reintegration process from military service to civilian life is a …

“You Don’t Want to Be a Candidate for Punishment”: a Qualitative Analysis of LGBT Service Member “Outness”

Abstract Introduction: Policies regarding lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) military service members in the U.S. have changed dramatically over the last nine years. …

The Barriers to Disclosure and Access to Specialist Services for Ex-Armed Services Personnel in the Criminal Justice System in Wales: An Independent Evaluation

Abstract: This study was designed to evaluate the barriers to identification and access to specialist services for ex-armed services personnel (ex-ASP) within the criminal justice …