Abstract: Quality of life and loneliness are closely associated with mental and physical health outcomes. This relationship is particularly important in Veterans who experience …
Abstract: Introduction: Until 12 January 2000, the UK Armed Forces retained a policy of discharging all gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender personnel under exemptive military …
Abstract: Exposure to incarceration can have significant ramifications for one's social relationships. However, the study of how the incarceration of a family member influences …
Abstract: This exploratory study is a secondary analysis of a pilot randomized trial (N = 19) that examined the impact of companion dog adoption on loneliness in military veterans …
Abstract: CONTEXT/OBJECTIVE: Examine demographics, injury characteristics, objective measures of social isolation and health factors that are associated with perceived social …
Abstract: U.S. veterans suffer from a disproportional rate of suicide compared to their civilian counterparts. The purpose of this study was to understand the significance of …
Abstract: America has experienced a rapid increase in loneliness, substance use, and suicidality. This increase is particularly deleterious for Veterans, who, as compared to …
Abstract: Purpose/Objective: Individuals with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D) are at increased risk for experiencing loneliness and social isolation. The aim is to …
Abstract: Background: Exposure to potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs) during military service is associated with heightened suicidal ideation (SI). However, no …
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To identify variables independently associated with moderate to high loneliness in individuals living with Spinal Cord Injuries or Disorders (SCI/D). DESIGN: A …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Whilst the uniqueness of loneliness and social isolation is now recognised for members of the Armed Forces Community, there is currently a lack of evidence …
Abstract: The transition to veterancy can be psychologically challenging, and although the military provides support, the importance of social connectedness for well-being is …