Trauma re-engagement and PTSD in older medically ill veterans: implications for trauma-informed care

Abstract: We characterize rates and correlates of PTSD and of trauma re-engagement without PTSD in medically ill older Veterans, as well as supportive strategies, with the goal of …

Suicidal thoughts and behaviors in older U.S. military veterans: Results from the national health and resilience in veterans study

Abstract: Objective: To identify the prevalence and correlates associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) in a nationally representative sample of older (55+) US …

Veterans Health Administration research in aging: opportunities for high impact across the academic career

Abstract: This commentary discusses the role of the Veterans Health Administration in researching aging and best practices in the care of older adults.

Association of frailty and cardiopulmonary resuscitation outcomes in older U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Objectives: Determine the association between frailty and immediate survival of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in older Veterans. Secondary outcomes: compare …

Association between specific unmet functional needs and desire to institutionalize among caregivers of older veterans

Abstract: The study objectives are to evaluate the associations between specific functional needs of older Veterans and the desire to institutionalize (DTI) among their caregivers. …

Development, adaptation, and clinical implementation of the later-adulthood trauma reengagement (LATR) group intervention for older veterans

Abstract: Later in life Veterans may report increased thoughts and memories of traumatic military experience in the context of age-related changes, a process called Later-Adulthood …

Differences in mental health care service utilization in older veterans with a history of military sexual trauma

Abstract: Research examining mental health care utilization in people with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) demonstrates that many people who may benefit from services do not …

Paradoxical age-related improvement in mental health in U.S. military Veterans: Results from the national health and resilience in Veterans study

Abstract: To determine whether a seemingly "paradoxical" trend whereby mental health improves as a function of age despite declining physical and cognitive health occurs in U.S. …

Annual Foot Exams are Associated with Reduced Incident Amputation among Older Veterans with Diabetes

Abstract: We conducted a secondary data analysis to evaluate the association between annual foot exams and incident lower extremity amputations (LEA) among older veterans with …

Association Between Mental Health Conditions and Outpatient Care Fragmentation: a National Study of Older High-Risk Veterans

Abstract: Healthcare fragmentation may lead to adverse consequences and may be amplified among older, sicker patients with mental health (MH) conditions.Objective: To determine …

The Next Mission: Inequality and Service-to-Civilian Career Transition Outcomes among 50+ Military Leavers

Abstract: We examine the Service-to-Civilian career transition for Military leavers aged 50 and above (50+). The exit age of our sampled group means that it is more likely that …

Association of Race and Ethnicity With Incidence of Dementia Among Older Adults

Abstract: Importance: The racial and ethnic diversity of the US, including among patients receiving their care at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), is increasing. Dementia …