Fighting against mental health stigma in military personnel-an analysis of the most important directions of research

Abstract: Mental health stigma (MHS) among military personnel requires a complex approach, as it is influenced by ethical challenges and organizational norms distinct from those in …

Longitudinal associations among resilience, social isolation, and gender in US Iraq and Afghanistan-era Veterans

Abstract: Negative mental health outcomes are prevalent among veterans exposed to military-related stressors and are associated with social isolation. Limited research exists on …

Can mental health and readjustment be improved in UK military personnel by a brief period of structured postdeployment rest (third location decompression)?

Abstract: Objective: Third Location Decompression (TLD) is an activity undertaken by UK Armed Forces (UK AF) personnel at the end of an operational deployment which aims to smooth …

The Influence of Military Sexual Trauma on Returning OEF/OIF Male Veterans

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) encompasses experiences of sexual harassment and/or assault that occur during active duty military service. MST is associated with …

The Association of Service Members' Postdeployment Adjustment with Family Interaction

Abstract: Two models were tested examining the relationship of service members’ adjustment following deployment and the impact of their postdeployment adjustment on family …