Effects of mindfulness meditation training offered in-person and via a virtual world on self-compassion: A study with U.S. military active duty and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Mindfulness-based, in-person programs are effective at reducing stress and enhancing resilience in military and civilian samples, yet few studies have …

The role of cortisol in development and treatment of PTSD among service members: A narrative review

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a pervasive issue within military populations, with approximately 29 % of post-9/11 service members experience PTSD at some …

Should I stay or should I go? The collective effects of work, family, and mental health on military career intentions among active-duty and national guard and reserve soldiers

Abstract: This study examined diverse predictors of military career intentions, specifically whether to stay in the military or leave, and differences based on duty status (i.e. …

Association of prior military service with olfactory function among older adults

Abstract: Objective: Olfactory dysfunction (OD) is a condition primarily affecting older adults. Several factors have been implicated in OD, such as age, socioeconomic status, and …

Benzodiazepine prescription patterns after mild traumatic brain injury in U.S. military service members

Abstract: Introduction: Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) and clinical recommendations (CRs) are developed to aide and guide providers in treating a variety of conditions, …

Understanding the military model of disability through the rulings of Colombia's Constitutional Court

Abstract: This article analyses rulings issued by the Colombian Constitutional Court between 1995 and 2022 regarding compensation for military veterans with acquired disabilities. …

Research letter: Characterizing lifetime mild TBI exposure among female and male military service members and Veterans in the long-term impact of military-relevant brain injury consortium—chronic effects of neurotrauma consortium study

Abstract: Objective: To (1) characterize lifetime mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) exposures among male and female US military service members and Veterans (SMVs) and (2) evaluate …

Experiences of Afghan-Canadian language and cultural advisors who served with Canadian Forces abroad: An interpretive phenomenological analysis

Abstract:Though much research has been conducted on the potential well-being effects of deployment on armed forces members, a significant gap seems to exist in the literature when …

US Navy sailors modify their eating behaviors to pass cyclic physical readiness tests

Abstract: Objective: Investigate the influence of physical readiness tests (PRTs) on eating behaviors among US Navy Sailors. Design: Focused ethnography using interviews and …

Pectoralis major tendon rupture repairs using intramedullary suture anchors shows high patient reported outcomes in military Service Members

Abstract: Background: In the general population pectoralis major tendon ruptures are uncommon; however, it is a common injury in the military population. The military service …

Determinants of medical care-seeking behavior for musculoskeletal conditions during US: Marine Corps training: A thematic analysis

Abstract: Context: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSK-I) are a well-documented problem in military populations and a leading contributor to disability across military services. However, …

A scoping review of interventions targeting the mental health of Australian Veterans

Abstract: Serving in the military can have significant impacts on the mental health of veterans and their families. Military personnel can be exposed to a range of physical …