The association between perceived social support and mental health in combat-injured and uninjured male UK (ex-)military personnel: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Social support is a key determinant of mental health across multiple populations and contexts. Little is known about social support among UK (ex-)military personnel, …

The epidemiology of psychedelic use among United States military Veterans

Abstract: We sought to identify patterns of psychedelic use among United States military veterans, compare demographic variables and perspectives of those who did and did not …

Lifetime trauma, mental well-being, alcohol and help-seeking; the phenomenological experience of Veterans residing in Northern Ireland

Abstract: Background: Veteran residents in Northern Ireland (NI) are an under-researched population. Little is known about their experiences of trauma and mental health management. …

The long-term effect of surf therapy on posttraumatic stress, depression, and anxiety symptomology among current and former Australian Defence Force members - A nonrandomised controlled longitudinal study in a community setting

Abstract: Background: Surf therapy programs have demonstrated engagement among military samples, showing promising concurrent short-term reductions in symptoms of posttraumatic …

Protocol for a randomized clinical trial of strength at home parents: A trauma informed parenting intervention for Veterans

Abstract: Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is highly prevalent in veterans and associated with impairments in family functioning, including parenting. There is a …

Women Veteran transition mental health and well-being support group programs: A scoping review

Abstract: Background: The military is a male-dominated environment and culture in which women veterans can experience significant institutional prejudice. Transition can be …

Awareness and use of Canadian Armed Forces mental wellbeing programs and resources among regular force personnel

Abstract: To support broader efforts to empower military personnel to improve their health and wellbeing, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have implemented numerous mental wellbeing …

Meaning in life (but not life satisfaction) moderates the effects of battlefield experiences on suicidal ideation and anxiety

Abstract: Objective: Although research has been conducted in the last decade distinguishing between meaning in life and life satisfaction, no research has examined whether their …

Toward military cultural competence among new civilian mental health providers

Abstract: The U. S. military requires culturally competent practices in clinical mental health. This article aims to affirm that our military has a language, system of rank, norms …

Stigma and barriers to care, online mental health tools, and suicidality in California's Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans have a higher national suicide rate than non-veterans (31.6 versus 18.0 per 100,000). Psychotherapy and other treatments are effective at reducing …

Problematic anger among military personnel after combat deployment: Prevalence and risk factors

Abstract: Background: Problematic anger, characterized by excessive frequency, intensity, and duration of anger which causes substantial emotional distress and functional …

Primary care mental health integration to improve early treatment engagement for Veterans who screen positive for depression

Abstract: Objective: To examine the relationship between the penetration (or reach) of a national program aiming to integrate mental health clinicians into all primary care clinics …