Coping strategies of African American cisgender female Veterans after experiencing military sexual trauma

Abstract:The United States Veterans Health Administration (VHA) provides care for female veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma (MST), which is harassment and …

Receiving mental health services for a military sexual trauma: A narrative exploration of active duty experiences

Abstract:This narrative exploration examines the lived experiences of active duty military personnel receiving mental health services for military sexual trauma (MST). Despite the …

Evidence for a somatic and non-somatic factor structure in the Patient Health Questionnaire-8 in a military sexual assault sample

Abstract: Introduction: The Patient Health Questionnaire-8 (PHQ-8) is a measure of depression symptom severity that is the 8-item version of the more widely used Patient Health …

Military sexual trauma services and support: Women Veterans and quality of life

Abstract:The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to understand how female military survivors of active-duty military sexual trauma who reside within the United States …

A systematic review on sexual trauma, outcomes, and treatment in the military

Abstract:Military sexual trauma (MST) entails physical assault, sexual harassment, and sexual assault. MST leads to post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), intimate partner …

Gender differences in the socioecological contexts of Veterans seeking mental health services following military sexual trauma

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) refers to sexual assault or harassment experienced during military service. Given the high prevalence of MST and negative mental and physical …

The association of deployment stressors and PTSD and depression symptoms in military mothers

Abstract: Previously deployed mothers report higher levels of posttraumatic stress and depression symptoms than non-deployed mothers. However, the specific stressors encountered …

Mental health outcomes associated with military sexual trauma in serving and ex-servicewomen: A systematic review

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) (sexual harassment or sexual assault experienced during military service) is associated with adverse mental health outcomes. This systematic …

Mindful self-compassion for Veteran women with a history of military sexual trauma: Feasibility, acceptability, potential benefits, and considerations

Abstract: Background: Military sexual trauma (MST) is reported by up to 74% of women veterans in the United States and is a driver of poor behavioural and physical health. …

ENHANCE Study: Improving access to evidence-based treatment for women veteran survivors of sexual trauma

The ENHANCE study by Combat Stress aimed to provide guidance on improving access to the best evidence-based treatment for women veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma …

Differential associations between posttraumatic cognitions, posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms, and race among black and white Veterans seeking treatment for assaultive military sexual trauma

Abstract: Past research supports the role of negative posttraumatic cognitions (NPCs) in the development and maintenance of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The relationship …

Cervical cancer prevention among veterans: what is the impact of military sexual trauma, ptsd, and women’s health primary care providers on screening and prevention?

Abstract: Women veterans are more likely to receive cervical cancer screening than their civilian peers. Among veterans, those with mental health conditions are less likely to …