Mission alliance community engagement project: Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on social isolation, loneliness, mental health and wellbeing in Veterans

Abstract: During the Coronavirus disease pandemic, many U.S. veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experienced increased symptomology and worsened mental health and …

Differences in the phenotypic expression of posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms in US military Veterans with and without clinical insomnia

Abstract: STUDY OBJECTIVES: The goal of this study was to examine the phenotypic expression of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in veterans with probable PTSD and …

Prevalence of hyperacusis diagnosis in Veterans who use VA healthcare

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: The primary objective was to estimate the prevalence of hyperacusis diagnosis in treatment-seeking Veterans, paying attention to when it is diagnosed in …

Beyond PTSD: A multi-case study exploring identity, moral injury, and spiritual injury

Abstract: This multi-case study explored Swedish military veterans’ experiences related to posttraumatic stress disorder, moral injury, and spiritual injury. Specifically, the …

Care rejection and aggression among veterans with dementia with and without posttraumatic stress disorder: A multi-group analysis

Abstract: Background: In residential long-term care, military service veterans with co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and dementia encounter a range of …

Findings from a Pilot Study of Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Versus Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD Related to Military Sexual Trauma Among Women Veterans

Abstract: The study objective was to explore the preliminary efficacy of trauma-sensitive yoga compared to cognitive processing therapy (CPT) for women Veterans with posttraumatic …

Valued living among veterans in breath-based meditation treatment or cognitive processing therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder: Exploratory outcome of a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Valued living is the extent to which an individual's behavior is consistent with what they believe is important or good. It is unknown whether many …

Changes in positive and negative affect following prolonged exposure for PTSD comorbid with alcohol use disorder: Secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial

Abstract: Many individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) report increased negative affect (NA) and decreased positive affect (PA). Little is known about whether …

Neurocognitive effects of repeated ketamine infusions in comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder and major depressive disorder

Abstract: The glutamate N-methyl-d-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist ketamine rapidly ameliorates posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression symptoms in individuals …

Exploring complex-PTSD comorbidity in trauma-exposed Northern Ireland veterans

Abstract: Background: Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) describes the results of complex, prolonged, and/or inescapable trauma, and is typified by avoidance, …

Do Early Responders and Treatment Non-Responders Offer Guidance to Make CPT Group a More Effective Treatment

Abstract: Treatment dropout has been problematic with evidence‐based treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including cognitive processing therapy (CPT). This study …

Getting Real about Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder in the Department of Defense: Augmenting Exposure Therapy through Virtual Reality

Abstract: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that occurs after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. The condition may persist for months …