Prevalence and factors associated with polypharmacy in military and Veteran populations: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Background: Polypharmacy poses a growing concern in military and veteran populations due to complex health needs arising from service-related injuries and mental health …

Impact of complementary health approaches on opioid prescriptions among Veterans with musculoskeletal disorders – A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: To examine whether complementary and integrative health approaches mitigate opioid prescriptions for pain and whether the relationship differs by post-dramatic stress …

Effectiveness of residential and intensive outpatient programs for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder in active military personnel and Veterans: A meta-analytical review

Abstract: The care and services offered in the treatment of active military personnel and veterans with PTSD take a variety of forms, ranging from residential to outpatient …

Mental health of servicemen, POWs, and civilians in Ukraine: A comparative study

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the mental health differences among servicemen, POWs, and civilians affected by the war in Ukraine. Data were collected from three samples: …

Posttraumatic growth trajectories and the psychopathological response to Covid-19: A longitudinal study of former prisoners of war and combat Veterans

Abstract: Background: Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) is the subjective experience of positive psychological change following exposure to trauma. Yet, researchers have discussed whether …

Transitioning into trauma-focused evidence-based psychotherapy for posttraumatic stress disorder from other treatments: A qualitative investigation

Abstract: Although trauma-focused evidence-based psychotherapy (TF-EBP) is recommended for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), rates of TF-EBP initiation among veterans is very …

Using the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance (RE-AIM) framework to evaluate the written exposure therapy training program in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has rolled out evidence-based psychotherapies (EBPs) for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); however, reach has remained low, …

Change processes associated with functional improvement in a web-based version of skills training in affective and interpersonal regulation (webSTAIR) for trauma-exposed Veterans

Abstract: Objective: In spite of the evidence that both symptom reduction and functional improvement are important for supporting recovery from trauma, psychotherapy process …

Discrepancies in perceptions of PTSD symptoms among Veteran couples: links to poorer relationship and individual functioning

Abstract: Veteran and intimate partner perceptions of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may differ, and little is known about how agreement or disagreement on symptom severity …

Effectiveness of telehealth-delivered massed trauma-focused psychotherapy among Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Trauma-focused psychotherapies can be effectively delivered using a massed delivery format. Telehealth treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) using …

Evaluating the mobile Mantram Repetition Program for Veterans with PTSD: a multimethod randomized feasibility trial of self-directed versus text support delivery

Abstract: Objective: While mobile delivery can help increase access to evidence-based treatment for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), feasibility and …

Exploring the role of moral injury outcomes in intimate relationship functioning among U.S. combat Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Moral injury entails psychological, social, and possible spiritual issues that might interfere with veterans' functioning in romantic or intimate …