Connectedness and belonging: An autoethnography about military Veteran transition

Abstract:Military veterans often face profound challenges transitioning to civilian life, yet prevailing narratives focus narrowly on PTSD and combat trauma. This dissertation uses …

Evaluating coordination and quality of care among Veterans receiving posttraumatic stress disorder care in the community

Abstract: Despite an increase in the number of veterans receiving posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) care in the community, little work has examined the coordination and quality …

Providers' use and perceived benefits and barriers of delivering cognitive behavioral therapy for nightmares (CBT-N) to Veterans

Abstract: Training and consultation in cognitive behavioral therapy for nightmares (CBT-N) were introduced for Veterans Health Administration (VHA) providers to reduce the …

Cognitive processing therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder in first responders and Veterans: Flexing the approach with explicit case formulation

Abstract: There is a need to improve psychological interventions for first responders and veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We conducted an open trial integrating …

Cognitive processing therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder in first responders and Veterans: Flexing the approach with explicit case formulation

Abstract: There is a need to improve psychological interventions for first responders and veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We conducted an open trial integrating …

Treatment outcomes for military-affiliated clients with posttraumatic stress disorder in a community mental health network

Abstract: Treating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military-affiliated populations, including veterans, active duty service members, and their families, remains a …

A prospective study of pre-trauma fear learning and extinction as risk factors for posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Identifying risk for developing trauma-related disorders is a critical step in future prevention and intervention strategies. Impairments in inhibition of learned fear, …

Probable trauma-associated sleep disorder among Ukrainian combatants with stress-related mental disorders

Abstract: The Russian-Ukrainian war has created a mental health crisis among combatants, with sleep disorders representing a critical aspect of combat-related conditions. The …

A formative evaluation to adapt a brief mindfulness program to increase participant engagement, participant impact, and feasibility of delivery among Veterans with PTSD

Abstract: Brief mindfulness training can help veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) learn essential skills to manage distressing emotions and thoughts. This study …

Genetic and epigenetic analysis of plasma glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) levels in PTSD

Abstract: Glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) is an astrocytic marker that can be assessed in blood using single molecule array technology. Recent studies suggest that …

Problematic pornography use and clinical and psychosocial correlates among low-income US Veterans: An exploratory study

Abstract: Problematic pornography use (PPU) is prevalent among veterans and often co-occurs with psychiatric concerns and traumatic experiences. This study aimed to understand the …

Longitudinal associations between potentially morally injurious events and posttraumatic stress among combat Veterans: The mediating role of moral injury outcomes

Abstract: Aim: Moral injury (MI), originally studied in military contexts, refers to emotional distress resulting from actions that conflict with one's core values. MI outcomes may …