Barriers Army combat Veterans from the 2000s face when transitioning from military culture to civilian society pertaining to mental health

Abstract:This study was intended to provide an insight into the barriers combat veterans face as they separate from military culture and reintegrate into civilian society, …

Moral injury and identity: Examining moral injury as identity loss and identity change

Abstract: Although it is widely accepted among theorists and clinicians that moral injury can affect identity, these claims are rarely specified, let alone investigated …

Well-being and suicidal ideation in U.S. Veterans: Age cohort effects during military-to-civilian transition

Abstract: Introduction: Life transitions often bring stress and uncertainty and may lead to poor long-term health outcomes if not navigated successfully. Every year over 200,000 …

Acculturative stress and identity challenges undermine the successful reintegration of Australian Veterans

Abstract: Reintegration into civilian society following military separation is a challenging process. There is a dearth of research into the impact of these factors on Australian …

Examining retention sentiments and attrition among active duty Army medical officers

Abstract: Introduction: Providing quality care and maintaining exceptional medical providers are important priorities for military medicine. The present study examines the …

Fasciotomy and occupational separation among US Service members with lower extremity chronic exertional compartment syndrome

Abstract: Purpose: Lower extremity chronic exertional compartment syndrome (LE-CECS) can limit rigorous physical activity, particularly in the US military, and fasciotomy is a …

Anger and suicidality in veterans: impact of postseparation time and combat

Abstract: Objective: The study investigated the association over time between the rates of anger/hostility and suicidality in post-9/11 veterans as a function of time following …

Combat deployed service members by blast TBI and service separation status 5-years post-deployment: Comparison of cognitive, neurobehavioral, and psychological profiles of those who left vs. those still serving

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Longitudinal research regarding the pre- and post-separation experience has been relatively limited, despite its potential as a major life transition. …

Opioid prescription clusters associated with early or unplanned military separation

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Early/unplanned military separation in Active Component U.S. service members can result in reduced readiness during periods of high-tempo combat and …

U.S. military Veterans’ health and well-being in the first year after service

Abstract: Introduction: This study examined the health and well-being of U.S. veterans during the first year after military service and tested several hypotheses regarding …

Examining Veteran Transition to the Workplace through Military Transition Theory

Abstract: The transition from military service to civilian employment is one of the most important factors related to post-service well-being and success. It is also one of the …