Latent classes based on clinical symptoms of military recruits with mental health issues and their distinctive clinical responses to treatment over 6 months

Abstract: Objective: This study aimed (1) to identify distinct subgroups of psychiatric patients referred for a mental health certificate for military service suitability and (2) …

The military spouse experience of living alongside their serving/veteran partner with a mental health issue: A systematic review and narrative synthesis

Abstract: Military healthcare studies have reported a wide range of mental health issues amongst military personnel. Globally, mental health issues are one of the main causes of …

Mental Health Stigma in Active Duty Service Members Receiving Mental Health Services

Abstract: Mental health treatment is a service for military service members who have experienced psychological injury or trauma. Unfortunately, the stigma associated with treatment …

An analysis of media coverage of the transition from military to civilian life, with a focus on health and well-being

Abstract: Introduction: The transition from military to civilian life can be a challenging period for recently released Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel, and there is a lack …

Meaning(s) of transition(s) from military to civilian life at the intersection with mental health: implications for clinical settings

Abstract: The experiences of military personnel moving into civilian life can be varied for the individual, families and communities. This paper aims to shed light on the various …

Psychiatric Issues in Women Veterans

Abstract: Women veterans have unique life experiences and mental health needs, perhaps in part related to their high rates of exposure to traumatic events including military sexual …

Mental health service use among Canadian veterans within the first 5 years following service: Methodological considerations for comparisons with the general population

Abstract: Introduction: Previous research comparing veteran and civilian mental health (MH) outcomes often assumes stable rates of MH service use over time and relies on …

Hope, proactive personality, coping styles, and satisfaction with life among veterans during COVID-19

Abstract: Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces are an at-risk population given their increased mental health concerns resulting from their military service. However, there has been …

National Guard service members decedent recovery and processing operations during the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City

Abstract: In Spring 2020, the New York Army and Air National Guard (NYNG) rapidly deployed to New York City (NYC) to assist in the recovery, processing, and transport of COVID-19 …

Understanding and mapping the psychosocial wellbeing support needs of veteran family members across the UK: a multi-methods study

Abstract: The UK Veterans Family Study (UKVFS) is a cross institutional, multi-stage, collaborative research project aimed at better understanding the psychosocial health and …

Real-world user demographics of three web-based digital mental health interventions provided by the US Department of Veterans Affairs: observational study using web analytics data

Abstract: Background: Unguided digital mental health interventions (UDMHIs) have the potential to provide low-cost and effective mental health care at scale. Controlled trials have …

Suicide rates in the UK armed forces, compared with the general workforce and merchant shipping during peacetime years since 1900

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The main objective was to compare suicide rates and their trends across the three UK Armed forces (Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force) from 1900 to 2020. …