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Psychological stress and physiological outcomes: Investigating the impact of attention biases and emotional regulation in Chinese military service members

Abstract: Military service members are frequently exposed to high-stress situations that profoundly impact both their psychological and physiological health. Understanding the …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed

Direct and indirect associations of childhood adversities with functional impairment and life stress among military personnel

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with physical and mental health difficulties in adulthood. This study examines the associations of ACEs …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Feeling the strain: Understanding the relationship between stress and physical activity in members of the Royal Canadian Navy

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Research finds that experiencing psychological stress can be associated with engaging in less physical activity, a critical contributor to operational …

Physical Health Well-Being Peer reviewed

Association of pelvic floor disorders, perceived psychological stress, and military service in U.S. Navy servicewomen: a cross-sectional survey

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) are linked to psychological stress and decreased work performance in civilian populations. Higher psychological stress is …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed