Investigating the Efficacy of Equine Assisted Therapy for Military Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Symptomology

Abstract: A unique approach in trauma-focused psychotherapy is the evolving field of Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT), a nontraditional, experiential methodology centered on the …

Integrating Mobile Technology and Social Support with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anger in Veterans with PTSD: A Pilot Study

Abstract: We conducted a pilot study incorporating mobile technology and social support into cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anger in veterans with posttraumatic stress …

Factor structure of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Australian Vietnam Veterans: Confirmatory factor analysis of the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM–5

Abstract: Introduction: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.; DSM–5) brought a change to the symptom clusters of posttraumatic stress disorder …

Moral injury in a context of trauma

Abstract: Moral injury, characterised by guilt, shame and self-condemnation, is conceptualised either as an adjunct to post-traumatic stress disorder or as a new syndrome. Studies …

Mental Health Outcomes Among Military Service Members After Severe Injury in Combat and TBI

Abstract: Introduction: Studies examining the mental health outcomes of military personnel deployed into combat zones have focused on the risk of developing post-traumatic stress …

Risk and protective factors for offending among UK Armed Forces personnel after they leave service: a data linkage study

Abstract: Background: A proportion of ex-military personnel who develop mental health and social problems end up in the Criminal Justice System. A government review called for …

Perceived stigma and barriers to care in UK Armed Forces personnel and veterans with and without probable mental disorders

Abstract: Background: Previous studies have found that perceptions of mental health related stigma can negatively impact help-seeking, particularly in military samples. Moreover, …

Interaction Between Psychiatric Symptoms and History of Mild TBI When Evaluating Postconcussion Syndrome in Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Symptoms of postconcussive syndrome (PCS) after mild TBI (mTBI) have been shown to resolve quickly, yet new research raises questions about possible …

Mutual maintenance of PTSD and physical symptoms for Veterans returning from deployment

Abstract: Background: The mutual maintenance model proposes that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and chronic physical symptoms have a bi-directional temporal …

Positive impact of IPS supported employment on PTSD-related occupational-psychosocial functional outcomes: Results from a VA randomized-controlled trial.

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has significant negative effects on occupational, interpersonal, and social functioning. Supported employment is highly …

Morally Injurious Experiences and Mental Health: The Moderating Role of Self-Compassion

Abstract: Introduction: Military veterans are at heightened risk for developing mental and behavioral health problems. Morally injurious combat experiences have recently gained …

Factors associated with completing evidence-based psychotherapy for PTSD among veterans in a national health care system

Abstract: Little is known about predictors of initiation and completion of evidence-based psychotherapy (EBP) for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with most data coming from …