Examining the impact of risk and protective factors on post-9/11 U.S. Veterans’ moral injury latent profiles and transitions

Abstract: Objective: To identify moral injury (MI) latent profiles, transitions in MI profile membership over time, and predictors of MI profile transitions. This study represents …

Moral injury and COVID-related stress among post-9/11 Veterans: Examining longitudinal associations

Abstract: Although most U.S. military veterans make a successful transition from military service to civilian life, some may experience a heightened risk for having adverse mental …

Experiences, challenges, personal catalysts, and contributions of disabled, post 9/11 era, United States military Veterans successfully transitioning into the civilian workforce

Abstract:This exploratory case study investigated how civilian work managers perceive the challenges,catalysts, and contributions of disabled Post-9/11 U.S. military Veterans …

Assessing the relationship between combat exposure, wartime service, and barriers to substance use disorder treatment in post 9/11 Veterans

Abstract:Substance use disorders (SUDs) represent a critical public health concern, particularly within military and veteran populations. The complex interplay of mental health …

Participation in personally meaningful activities mediates the relationship between multimorbidity and suicidal ideation among post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: Background: United States veterans who served after September 11, 2001 (i.e., post-9/11) frequently experience multimorbidity, the presence of two or more chronic health …

Health conditions seen frequently in hospitalized United States Veterans who served after 9/11/2001: A scoping review

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Hospitalists working outside the Veterans Affairs (VA) system frequently will serve Veterans receiving care for acute conditions and/or awaiting transfer to …

Accelerated biological aging and midlife frailty among U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Injuries characterizing recent military service, such as traumatic brain injury and posttraumatic stress disorder, are linked to accelerated biological aging. If recent …

Cohort differences in PTSD symptoms and military experiences: a life course perspective

Abstract: Background and Objectives: There have been major changes in military service over the past 50 years. Most research on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among combat …

Meaning in life following service among post‐9/11 military Veterans: A latent growth mixture model analysis

Abstract: Meaning in life refers to the "sense made of, and significance felt regarding, the nature of one's being and existence." Meaningful living promotes well‐being, …

Aging Veterans and a silver lining of service

Abstract: The objective of this study was to explore aging veteran’s military experiences, including serving in conflicts or wars and their military-related health issues, with a …

An Integrated Model of Health and Happiness Among Post-9/11 Military Veterans

Abstract: The authors developed an integrated model of well-being, defined by happiness and physical health, among post-9/11 veterans, by examining associations of religious …