Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories for PTSD: A Randomized Controlled trial of 74 male Veterans

Abstract: A randomized waitlist-controlled design (n = 74) examined the efficacy of Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) among male veterans with current-month …

Using Art Therapy to Overcome Avoidance in Veterans with Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Abstract: Avoidance can be a significant barrier to engaging in trauma-focused treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as being a mechanism that creates …

Art Therapy with Military Veterans

Abstract: Art Therapy with Military Veterans: Trauma and the Image provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying art therapy with former and serving armed …

Describing the profile of a population of UK veterans seeking support for mental health difficulties

Abstract: Background: Evidence suggests that veterans with mental health issues have poorer treatment outcomes than civilian counterparts. Understanding the difficulties faced by …

Longitudinal Changes in Combat-Related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Among Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation New Dawn Veterans With Hazardous Alcohol Use: The Role of Avoidance Coping

Abstract: Military personnel who have experienced combat trauma are at risk for developing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A greater recognition of the complex array of …

Evaluation of the reconsolidation of traumatic memories protocol for the treatment of PTSD: a randomized, wait-list-controlled trial

Abstract: Introduction: The reconsolidation of traumatic memories (RTM) is a cognitive intervention for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) believed to employ reconsolidation …

Implications of Masculine Gender Role Stress in Male Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Abstract: The relationships between masculine gender role stress and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptom severity, alexithymia, fear of emotional states, and social …

Remediation of Intrusive Symptoms of PTSD in Fewer than Five Sessions: A 30-person Pre-pilot Study of the RTM Protocol

Abstract: Introduction: The Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) Protocol is a brief non-traumatizing intervention for the intrusive symptoms of post-traumatic stress …

Caregiver Burden and Psychological Distress in Partners of Veterans With Chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Abstract: Caregiver burden and psychological distress were examined in a sample of 71 partners of Vietnam War combat veterans. Partners of patients (n = 51) diagnosed with …

Military sexual trauma, combat exposure, and negative urgency as independent predictors of PTSD and subsequent alcohol problems among OEF/OIF Veterans

Abstract: This study tested a path model of relationships between military sexual trauma (MST), combat exposure, negative urgency, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, …

Aggressive and Violent Behavior Among Military Personnel Deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan: Prevalence and Link With Deployment and Combat Exposure

Abstract: A systematic review and meta-analyses were conducted on studies of the prevalence of aggressive and violent behavior, as well as of violent offenses and convictions, …

Exploring Patterns in Referrals to Combat Stress for UK Veterans with Mental Health Difficulties between 1994 and 2014

Abstract: Little is known about the patterns of help-seeking in UK veterans with mental health difficulties. The aim of this study was to explore referral patterns to Combat …