Assessing the burden of mental disorder diagnosis and racial disparities in the Military Health System during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Background:This study aims to assess whether there were changes in the burden of mental disorder diagnosis in active-duty service women (ADSW) during the COVID-19 …

“They’ll talk about everything else… but suicidal ideation”: Clinician experiences addressing non-disclosure of suicidal ideation among military-affiliated clients

Abstract: Background: More than half of people experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors may never disclose their experiences to another person. Veterans are more likely to die …

The prevalence and long-term effects of PTSD and moral injury in Swedish military Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: In the context of international military operations, officers and soldiers are exposed to various service-related stressors that may have long-lasting …

Transitioning between institutions: Social (re)location and positionality in student Veteran health and well-being

Abstract: Military service reduces barriers to access higher education through its GI Bill. However, the process of transitioning from the military to the civilian world and higher …

What does existing research tell us about the factors impacting non-serving military spouse mothers’ perinatal mental health experiences? A systematic review with textual narrative synthesis

Abstract: Perinatal mental health disorders affect 1 in 5 mothers, with military life introducing unique stressors that may exacerbate these conditions. Non-serving military spouse …

The roles of dissociation and depression in PTSD among soldiers exposed to combat

Abstract: Exposure to severe combat situations significantly raises the risk of depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Trauma survivors may use dissociation as a …

Predicting divorce among a sample of U.S. Army couples from marital processes, service member mental health, and military experiences

Abstract:Marital distress is an ongoing concern among U.S. military couples and is associated with poor service member (SM) mental health, suicide, and SM readiness and retention. …

Physical activity and suicidal ideation among Gulf War Era Veterans

Abstract: This study from a national sample of Gulf War Veterans (N = 1098) examined the association between physical activity level and (a) past-year suicidal ideation and (b) …

Cumulative incidence of mental disorders among German military personnel deployed to Iraq 2015–2018—An epidemiological study

Abstract: Background: There is currently no study examining the mental health consequences of deployed German service members in Iraq. The aim is, therefore, to determine the …

Providers’ role in building patient buy-in for treating chronic pain and PTSD: Veterans’ perspectives on interactions with providers

Abstract:Background: Patients with co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD are especially vulnerable to debilitating symptoms and frustrating experiences seeking healthcare. The …

Female Veterans' mental health needs: What we need to know

Abstract: Difficulty accessing psychological support in the military can have adverse effects on veterans' mental health, especially women. This article explores the experiences of …

Residential factors associated with mental health in United States Veterans, Air Force military, and Air Force employees

Abstract: Individuals in Westernized countries spend most of their time indoors. However, exploration of residential building factors that may influence occupants’ mental health …