The impact of veteran support and resources for diabetes (iNSPiRED) on diabetes distress: Results from a randomized, parallel-group trial

Abstract: Objective: The primary objective of this research was to assess the impact of a novel, peer-directed intervention (iNSPiRED) on diabetes distress (DD) among veterans with …

Suicidal behaviors among active-duty US service members: Data from the 2018 health-related behaviors survey

Abstract: BACKGROUND: This study aimed to 1) determine the prevalence of past-year suicidal ideation (SI) and attempts (SA) among active-duty SMs; 2) determine whether differences …

Benzodiazepine prescriptions for homeless Veterans Affairs service users with mental illness

Abstract: Objective: Despite elevated risk for substance use disorder and overdose death in the homeless population, benzodiazepine prescribing for this population has not been …

Adverse childhood experiences and positive childhood experiences among United States military children

Abstract: Introduction: Many facets of military life are contributors to child health including frequent mobility, family separation, and increased risk to parental physical and …

Risk of suicide-related outcomes after sars-cov-2 infection: Results from a nationwide observational matched cohort of US veterans

Abstract: Background: Negative mental health-related effects of SARS-COV-2 infection are increasingly evident. However, the impact on suicide-related outcomes is poorly understood, …

Recommendation for long-term management of adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in military populations, veterans, and dependents: a narrative review

Abstract: Introduction: In addition to the higher burden of mental health disease in the military, there is a compounding antecedent association between behavioral health …

Dizziness directly influences postconcussion symptoms and is predictive of poorer mental health in UK military personnel: a retrospective analysis

Abstract: Objective: To investigate the contribution of dizziness to postconcussion symptoms, depression, and anxiety symptoms. Setting: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) service, …

Gender differences in structural and attitudinal barriers to mental healthcare in UK armed forces personnel and veterans with self-reported mental health problems

Abstract: Purpose: Structural and attitudinal barriers often hinder treatment-seeking for mental health problems among members of the Armed Forces. However, little is known about …

First annual pact act research symposium on veterans health: a Colorado pact act collaboration (copac) initiative

Abstract: In response to the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act being signed into law, several research groups in …

The association between early life trauma and veteran reintegration to civilian life

Abstract: The rate of early life trauma (ELT) is higher among military service members than civilians. While ELT is associated with higher post-traumatic stress disorder following …

Medical cannabis use among Canadian veterans and non-veterans: a national survey

Abstract: Background: Medical cannabis (MC) is used by Canadian Veterans to manage a wide range of health issues. However, there is little information comparing the reasons for MC …

Health and well-being of serving and ex-serving UK armed forces personnel: protocol for the fourth phase of a longitudinal cohort study

Abstract: Introduction: This is the fourth phase of a longitudinal cohort study (2022-2023) to investigate the health and well-being of UK serving (Regulars and Reservists) and …