The evaluation of a web-based intervention (Deprexis) to decrease depression and restore functioning in Veterans: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Depressive symptoms are common in veterans, and the presence of these symptoms increases disability as well as suicidal thoughts and behaviors. However, there …

Trauma, resilience and significant relationships: Sex differences in protective factors for military mental health

Abstract: Background: Military service is historically a male-dominated occupation, as such, the majority of research examining the development of mental disorder in Australian …

Age-related variation in ecological resources among Veterans seeking treatment related to military sexual trauma

Abstract: Approximately 16% of Veterans experience military sexual trauma (MST), defined as sexual assault or harassment experienced during military service. Veterans across life …

Understanding Veterans in New York: A needs assessment of Veterans recently separated from the military

Abstract: Over the past decade, there has been increased awareness that U.S. military veterans often grapple with significant mental and physical health issues related to their …

Mental health of servicemen, POWs, and civilians in Ukraine: A comparative study

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the mental health differences among servicemen, POWs, and civilians affected by the war in Ukraine. Data were collected from three samples: …

Accredited vocational training within supported employment for Veterans: An evaluation of impact within Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company

Abstract: Research with a small cohort of ex-Service personnel at Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company (SBMC) – part of Royal British Legion Industries – has trialled and …

Brief peer-supported web-based skills training in affective and interpersonal regulation (BPS webSTAIR) for trauma-exposed Veterans in the community: Randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Peer-supported mobile health (mHealth) programs hold the promise of providing a low-burden approach to increasing access to care and improving mental health. …

The relationship between co-occurring traumatic experiences and co-occurring mental health domains for Veterans resident in Northern Ireland

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans residing in Northern Ireland (NI) likely experience higher levels of co-occurring lifetime trauma exposure and associated co-occurring mental …

An intimacy gap? Exploring US men’s experience with and capacity for physical intimacy in their same-sex friendships

Abstract: Despite research linking touch to closeness and intimacy in interpersonal relationships, few studies have explored patterns and practices of touch in men’s same-sex …

Military sexual trauma: A primer for Canadian health care providers

Abstract: This primer aims to provide you, as a Canadian physical, mental health or spiritual care provider, an introduction to military sexual trauma (MST), how it can impact a …

Addressing Veterans' mental health in community-based care

Abstract: United States Veterans are at an elevated risk for suicide despite the expansion of public outreach initiatives. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care centers …

Sharing of military Veterans’ mental health data across Canada: A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: Data on Canadian military Veterans’ mental health are needed to develop and improve mental health services. It is not clear to what extent such data are …