Abstract: PURPOSE: The current study examined whether multi-level ecological factors, including sociodemographic characteristics, military-related characteristics, social support, …
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: We aimed to identify lonely older U.S. military Veterans' social connection needs and barriers, to inform interventions to improve connection. METHODS: …
Abstract: Introduction: Veterans are particularly susceptible to heightened levels of social isolation and loneliness. This study aimed to explore the relations between loneliness, …
Abstract: Loneliness is receiving more and more attention for being an important psychosocial contributor to the deterioration of quality of life, psychological well-being, onset …
Abstract:Background: Childhood trauma is a form of complex trauma that impacts a broad range of biopsychosocial constructs, including a possible PTSD or C-PTSD diagnosis. Complex …
Abstract: Study Design: Cross-sectional cohort study. Objective: To examine lifestyle behaviors independently associated with loneliness among Veterans living with spinal cord …
Abstract:This dissertation critically analyzes the literature on the transition of U.S. military veterans from military to civilian life. With a particular focus on the psychology …
Abstract: Subjective cognitive decline (SCD) has been associated with increased risk for mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Using data from the National Health and Resilience …
Abstract: Optimism and pessimism are psychological constructs that reflect individuals’ generalized expectations for future outcomes, often manifesting as positive or negative …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Loneliness among older adults is a significant public health concern. There is a critical need to develop effective, tailored strategies to combat …
Abstract: Objective: Loneliness can be defined as a subjective distressing experience that results from perceived isolation or the difference between an individual’s preferred …
Abstract: Social connection has been declining across the general population (i.e., the "loneliness epidemic"), though some groups, including military personnel, are experiencing …