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 …

Sexual orientation moderates the association between health care utilization-related factors and mental health service nonutilization among United States military Veterans

Abstract: This study examined mental health treatment nonutilization among sexual minority versus heterosexual Veterans with demonstrated psychiatric need. Data were analyzed from …

Caregiver contributions to older Veterans’ mental health utilization: New opportunities for exploring caregiving roles and impacts

Abstract: Older Veterans who utilize the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) represent the largest group of older adults in the United States receiving care via an integrated …

Perceived barriers and facilitators of mental health service utilization in adult trauma survivors: A systematic review

Abstract: Many trauma survivors seem to be reluctant to seek professional help. The aim of the current review was to synthesize relevant literature, and to systematically classify …