Leveraging social media and crowdsourcing to recruit and retain military Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder or experience of harmful gambling for mHealth interventions: Descriptive study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Military veterans may be at increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) compared to the general population. PTSD is often comorbid with harmful and …

Evaluating a mobile health intervention (GUIDE app) for first responders, military personnel, and Veterans: Randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: First responders, military personnel, and veterans face disproportionate risk for mental health and wellness issues. Stigma and confidentiality are common …

Use of mobile applications and mental health services among Veterans who received internet-connected tablets

Abstract: Objectives: Among Veterans Health Administration (VHA) patients receiving internet-connected tablets, we examined (1) app usage, (2) clusters of commonly used apps and …

Outcomes of a remotely delivered complementary and integrative health partnered intervention to improve chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms: randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Nonpharmacological interventions for veterans are needed to help them manage chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. Complementary and …

A mobile telehealth program for behavioral treatment of urinary incontinence in women Veterans: Qualitative evaluation of MyHealtheBladder

Abstract: Women Veterans constitute a distinctive cohort whose exposure to military service can contribute to development of bladder conditions, such as urinary incontinence (UI), …

Shorter Communications: Exploring the Impact of a Brief Smartphone-Based Alcohol Intervention App (DrinksRation) on the Quality of Life of UK Military Veterans

Abstract: Alcohol misuse - defined as consuming more than 14 units of alcohol per week - is a well-established problem among veterans. This study investigated the change in quality …

Optimizing remote access to urinary incontinence treatments for women veterans (practical): study protocol for a pragmatic clinical trial comparing two virtual care options

Abstract: Objectives: In this pragmatic clinical trial, the primary Objective is to increase access to behavioral treatment of urinary incontinence (UI) for women Veterans by …

Mobile health contingency management for smoking cessation among veterans experiencing homelessness: A comparative effectiveness trial

Abstract: Tobacco cessation is reduced in U.S. military veterans experiencing homelessness. Mobile contingency management (mCM) is a promising treatment for tobacco use among …

Peer-supported mobile mental health for veterans in primary care: a pilot study

Abstract: One in four veteran primary care patients suffers from a mental health condition; however, most do not receive any treatment for these problems. Mobile health (mHealth) …