Association Between Mental Health Conditions and Outpatient Care Fragmentation: a National Study of Older High-Risk Veterans

Abstract: Healthcare fragmentation may lead to adverse consequences and may be amplified among older, sicker patients with mental health (MH) conditions.Objective: To determine …

Preventing Homelessness Through the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: Analysis of Calls and Service Referrals

Abstract: Objective: This study was the first to examine the characteristics and referral outcomes for veterans calling the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans (NCCHV). …

MeT4VeT: Development and Assessment of a Mental Health Toolkit for Military Veterans

Abstract: A feasibility trial was conducted to assess the acceptability and usability of the MeT4VeT app. Feedback from veterans and app data was collected to provide an initial …

Exploring the Role of Social Connection in Interventions With Military Veterans Diagnosed With Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: Systematic Narrative Review

Abstract: Background: It has been identified that military veterans have distinct experiences of loneliness and social isolation and, when comparing this community to other …

The mental health and well-being among partners and children of military personnel and veterans with a combat-related physical injury: A scoping review of the quantitative research

Abstract: Little research has focused on the impact of combat-related physical injuries on the mental health and well-being of partners and children of military personnel and …

Intimate partner violence and abuse experience and perpetration in UK military personnel compared to a general population cohort

Abstract: Background: Research exploring prevalence of, and factors associated with, increased risk of experiencing or perpetrating Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPVA) in …

Reculturation: A new perspective on military-civilian transition stress

Abstract: Various forms of assistance are offered to help US Veterans achieve success in their post-military lives in recognition of their service. Despite the many successes, a …

Authentic and therapeutic engagement with the past for veterans at Nokalakevi, Georgia, and on Breaking Ground Heritage projects in the UK

Abstract: This article summarises the application of archaeological fieldwork to support improvements in mental health and wellbeing among military veterans. First delivered in …

Drinks:Ration The role of a smartphone application in reducing alcohol consumption in a veteran population seeking formal mental health support of Military Life and Experiences of Help-seeking and Support

Abstract: Alcohol misuse is higher in the UK Armed Forces than in the general population. Research has shown that this is also evident among those who have left service. It has …

Cognitive and psychological improvements following CogSMART in Veterans with mental health diagnoses

Abstract: Introduction: The present study examined the efficacy of a CogSMART-based program in improving cognitive and emotional functioning in a clinic-based sample of Veterans …

Exploring the Impact of Gender-specific Challenges During and After Military Service on Female UK Veterans

Abstract: Women represent a modestly increasing proportion of the UK Armed Forces. Despite this, little research in the United Kingdom has examined the experiences of female …

Living Separately During the Week: Influences on Family Functioning, Health, and Well-Being of UK Naval Families

Abstract: Military life can involve many different separations from family as a result of operational demands. Approximately 4 in 10 UK Royal Navy and Royal Marine families report …