Report from the WPA section on military psychiatry

Abstract: The present article discusses WPA section on military psychiatry. Ongoing armed conflicts highlight the profound psychological and behavioral effects of war and mass …

Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces red tape review progress report

Abstract: The Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are responsible for administering and enforcing regulations related to Canada’s national …

Military families: Resilience through strength

Abstract:Objective: To introduce a supplement highlighting the multifaceted challenges and strengths of military families and to emphasize their essential role in individual …

Cognitive training to increase resilience

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Warfighters must maintain an elevated level of readiness and psychological health (collectively referred to as "brain fitness") to facilitate optimal …

Effects of sleep extension on cognitive performance in military-aged adults: A systematic review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: U.S. military service members (SM) rarely achieve enough sleep. Insufficient sleep in this population has been associated with deterioration of adequate …

Hearing loss, health outcomes, and health behavior differences between active duty service members and recently separated Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The health disparities and health-related behaviors between Active Duty Service Members (ADSM) and Veterans are poorly understood. Our study aims to compare …

Identifying priorities in behavioral health for military youth and families

Abstract: Military youth experience several stressors and barriers to behavioral health care similar to their civilian counterparts. However, these are often amplified by aspects …

Implementation of brief cognitive behavioral therapy for suicide prevention in outpatient military clinics: A practice-based implementation network pilot

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Prioritization of evidence-based practices is a key principle of the strategy to reduce suicide among service members. Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy …

Lifetime opioid exposure and neurocognitive performance among a sample of combat Veterans with and without mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Veterans with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) may have a heightened risk of neurocognitive impairment and early onset of neurodegenerative diseases. …

Military exposures on Marine student psychological health: The possible moderating role of resilience in a cross-sectional design

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Based on decades of study, researchers have inferred that military service is associated with negative mental health outcomes. Different components of …

Musculoskeletal injury risk and military separation following serious injury and recovery in the Warrior Care and Transition Program

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military service members are at increased risk of musculoskeletal injury (MSKI), which is associated with service member non-ready status and military …

Psychological distress across the deployment cycle: Comparing pre- and peri-pandemic trajectories

Abstract: Background: To prevent military personnel from becoming vectors of SARS-CoV-2 transmission during the pandemic, soldiers throughout the world were required to quarantine …