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 …

Written exposure therapy for dually diagnosed Veterans in a residential domiciliary substance use treatment program: A pilot study

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorders (SUDs) are highly comorbid among U.S. veterans. Although first-line trauma treatments are effective, …

Rapid assessment of user feedback of PTSD Coach: A posttraumatic stress mental health app for Veterans and civilians

Abstract: Mobile mental health applications (apps) have been shown to be helpful tools among trauma-exposed groups. Previous studies have emphasized the feasibility, user …

Measurement invariance of the PTSD checklist for the DSM-5 (PCL-5) in a Veteran sample

Abstract: The PTSD checklist for the DSM-5 (PCL-5) is among the most widely used measures of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. Although its psychometrics are well …

Neurocognitive intraindividual variability in Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury history and posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Veterans with a history of blast-related mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be at risk for greater cognitive …

The nature of combat stress development during military operations and psychotherapy in extreme situations

Abstract: The purpose of the research work is the theoretical and empirical analysis of the study of the nature of combat stress in military personnel and the assessment of …

The impact of military trauma exposures on servicewomen's pregnancy outcomes: A scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Active-duty servicewomen and veterans make up nearly 20% of the United States military and may experience trauma specific to military service. …

The mediating role of posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms in pain cognitions among Veterans with chronic pain

Abstract: Symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are highly prevalent among Veterans with chronic pain. Considerable research has examined the intersection of chronic …

Hitting the wall: The impact of barriers to care and cumulative trauma exposure on PTSD among Northern Ireland Veterans

Abstract: The Northern Ireland (NI) population has high rates of trauma exposure and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) but many barriers prevent people from seeking help/care, …

Trauma-focused therapy retention among military sexual trauma survivors: Relationship with Veterans' sexual or gender minority identification

Abstract: Military servicemembers identifying as sexual and gender minorities (SGM) are at increased risk for military sexual trauma (MST) exposure and Post-traumatic Stress …

Which Veterans with PTSD are most likely to report being told of their diagnosis?

Abstract: Veterans who do not know about their posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis experience a fundamental barrier to accessing effective treatment. Little is known …

Durability of deep transcranial magnetic stimulation for Veterans with treatment resistant depression with comorbid suicide risk and PTSD symptoms

Abstract: Evidence supports transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as an effective treatment for symptoms of depression and PTSD; however, there has been limited investigation …