A Housing First evaluation project for homeless Veterans in Canada: Quantitative findings

Abstract: Introduction: The objectives of this Housing First intervention were to enhance coordination/integration in the provision of housing and other support services for …

Knowledge and Attitudes of Lifestyle Medicine–Based Care in a Military Community

Abstract: The Department of Defense spends more than $3 billion annually on medical costs of lifestyle-related morbidity. Military service members and veterans engage in unhealthy …

Effect of a Behavioral Intervention on Outcomes for Caregivers of Veterans with PTSD

Abstract: Caregivers of the approximately 9 million individuals in the US with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) face burdens that may seem overwhelming. In 2017, VA …

Influences of religiousness/spirituality on mental and physical health in OEF/OIF/OND military veterans varies by sex and race/ethnicity

Abstract: Background: Religiousness/spirituality (R/S) has been associated with greater mental wellbeing in US military veterans, but this work has been conducted primarily with …

The Relationships Between Self-reported Pain Intensity, Pain Interference, and Quality of Life Among Injured U.S. Service Members With and Without Low Back Pain

Abstract: Low back pain is a prevalent military and veteran health problem and individuals injured on deployment may be at particularly high risk of pain conditions. Given that …

Mindfulness as a Mediator between Trauma Exposure and Mental Health Outcomes: Results from the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study

Abstract: Exposure to traumatic life events is associated with increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health problems such as suicidal ideation …

The Long-Term Effects of Military Deployments and Their Relation with the Quality of Life of Dutch Veterans

Abstract: Experiences during military deployments may have serious negative consequences for the health and well-being of veterans. The literature presents a wealth of information …

Low back pain, mental health symptoms, and quality of life among injured Service members

Abstract: Pain is a significant public health issue that may be particularly problematic among injured service members who are at high risk of chronic physical and mental health …

Psychiatric Comorbidity for Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Latent Profile Analysis and Implications for Treatment

Abstract: Psychiatric comorbidity is common among veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but there is little known about the patterns of co-occurring mental health …

Pain and Sleep problems predict Quality of Life for Veterans with Serious Mental Illness

Abstract: Poor sleep and pain are common in veterans with serious mental illness (SMI), yet it is unclear how these may impact dimensions of quality of life. As such, this study …

Outdoor-Based Therapeutic Recreation Programs Among Military Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: Assessing the Evidence

Abstract: Outdoor-based therapeutic recreation (TR) programs among military veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are becoming increasingly popular. A …

Patient-Centered Substance Use Disorder Treatment for Women Veterans

Abstract: Substance use disorder (SUD) is damaging to women’s health and quality of life. Appropriate treatment can mitigate the effects and health consequences of SUD, yet many …