Abstract: Background: Studies have found increasing rates of excessive drinking among women and high levels of psychiatric comorbidity. This follow-up study replicated our …
Abstract: Military parents face distinct challenges in parenting which can negatively impact overall family functioning, child developmental outcomes, and serving members’ …
Abstract: Transgender individuals have systematically been discriminated against in military service, and although they have been included since 2016, a new White House executive …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The dearth of research investigating the efficacy of virtual Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) training programs among female populations necessitates further …
Abstract: High rates of mental health issues among service members and a reluctance to access mental health services together represent one of the greatest ongoing threats to U.S. …
Abstract: Background: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) represent the most substantial and enduring threat to U.S. military readiness. Previous studies have focused on narrow …
Abstract: This commentary discusses the findings and implications of a recent study by Bader et al. (2023) on changes in pain-related physical, mental, and social health outcomes …
Abstract: Over 20% of Army soldiers have a BMI over 30 kg/m², contributing to rising obesity-related healthcare costs, which the Department of Defense spends about $1.5 billion …
Abstract: Introduction: Photophobia is a common visual symptom following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), which can adversely affect the military readiness and performance of …
Abstract: Introduction: Military service members rely on upper body strength and power to accomplish tasks such as carrying heavy weapons and gear, rappelling, combat grappling, …
Abstract: Background: Obesity rates are rising in the armed forces of Western democratic countries, impacting military readiness and health. This highlights the need for preventive …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Special Operations Forces (SOF) have become the solution to many of the United States military challenges due to their ability to conduct time sensitive, …