The lived experience of African American female Veterans with mental health utilization following active duty discharge

Abstract: Although extensive research has explored mental health, transitional barriers, and trauma-related experiences of women veterans, little research has focused on the …

Faith-based organizations’ support of Veteran congregants at risk for mental health conditions and suicide: a qualitative study of clergy experiences in los angeles county

Abstract: Faith-based organizations (FBOs) are often “gatekeepers” to mental health care for congregants at risk of mental illness and suicide, especially U.S. military …

The Guilty Veteran: The Spiritual Implications of Veteran’s Guilt

Abstract: Guilt is a very old and powerful force in humanity that crosses most boundaries of culture and religion. Feeling guilty or fearing pronouncement of guilt can …

The Killer Veteran – The Spiritual Implications for Veterans who Kill in War

Abstract: For many veterans who have been forced to make the decision to kill in war, the memory of what has happened may last far longer than the milliseconds it took to fire …

Spiritual Injuries—An Australian Defence Force Experience

Abstract: The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has recently completed a significant two-decade long series of major international deployments. With this has come a much greater …