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 …
Abstract: Objective: To identify the prevalence and correlates associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) in a nationally representative sample of older (55+) US …
Abstract: This commentary discusses the role of the Veterans Health Administration in researching aging and best practices in the care of older adults.
Abstract: Objectives: Determine the association between frailty and immediate survival of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in older Veterans. Secondary outcomes: compare …
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. …
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 …
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 …
Abstract:Â 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. …
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 …
Abstract: Healthcare fragmentation may lead to adverse consequences and may be amplified among older, sicker patients with mental health (MH) conditions.Objective: To determine …
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 …
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 …