Dietary treatment of PTSD in Veterans with Gulf War illness

Abstract:Veterans who served in the Gulf War commonly experience a multi-symptom neurological illness called Gulf War Illness (GWI) that stems from chemical exposures during the …

Examining overlap in nonpartner aggression and intimate partner violence among Veterans

Abstract: Intimate partner violence (IPV) and nonpartner aggression are common among military veterans, yet the extent of overlap between them remains unknown. The current study …

The impact of acupuncture on health-related quality of life in Veterans with combat post-traumatic stress disorder: A secondary analysis of a randomized control trial

Abstract: Background: Quality of life is a foundational component of overall health and is negatively impacted by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In the last decade, …

Modeling the symptom connections between posttraumatic stress disorder and comorbid severe mental illness

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Although comorbidity between PTSD and severe mental illness (SMI; schizophrenia, bipolar disorder) is common, the underlying connections between disorders …

Clinician assessed rates of PTSD and complex PTSD in a medical‐rehabilitation sample of active‐duty military personnel in the armed forces of Ukraine

Abstract:Introduction: Millions of people have served in the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) since Russia's invasion in 2014, but there is currently no information about the …

Mystical experiences during magnesium-Ibogaine are associated with improvements in PTSD symptoms in Veterans

Abstract: Ibogaine is an atypical psychedelic that evokes unique subjective effects, including mystical experiences. Mystical experiences have shown a mediating effect on clinical …

Primary prevention of PTSD symptoms in combat-deploying soldiers using attention bias modification: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Evidence suggests that attentional threat avoidance is associated with increased risk for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study evaluated the …

Exploring factors associated with posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms among deployed military healthcare personnel

Abstract: Little is known about what factors contribute to posttraumatic stress disorder among military healthcare personnel during a deployment. Accordingly, the purpose of this …

The protocol matters: A meta-analysis of psychotherapy dropout from specific PTSD treatment approaches in U.S. service members and Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Service members and veterans (collectively, “military populations”) are more likely to drop out of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) psychotherapies …

Substance use in military personnel: Associations with combat exposure, moral injury, posttraumatic stress disorder and pain

Abstract:Background: Prior research suggests that military personnel endorse higher rates of prescription drug misuse, cannabis, and heavy alcohol use than civilians. Factors …

Live opera performances on Veteran recovery from homelessness and post traumatic stress: Post-discussion qualitative analysis

Abstract: There is limited research on the impact of art forms, including opera, on audience and cast engagement in understanding mental health needs and support for Veterans at …

Residual PTSD and depression symptoms among Veterans receiving prolonged exposure therapy with and without topiramate

Abstract:Objective: Residual symptoms are common following posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment. Despite the high prevalence of and poor outcomes associated with …