Initial mild traumatic brain injury characteristics and recovery patterns among females across the United States military service academies: A report from the NCAA-DoD CARE consortium

Abstract: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) has been described in the United States (US) military service academy cadet population, but female-specific characteristics and …

Caring for the carers: an evaluation of the recovery, readjustment and reintegration programme (R3P)

Abstract: The challenges faced by healthcare workers, not least during the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, have been extensively studied, and concerns continue to be highlighted …

Feasibility and acceptability of continuous identity cognitive therapy as a recovery-oriented suicide treatment for Veterans: A study protocol

Abstract: Suicide is a leading cause of death among Veterans, with rates significantly higher than the general population. To address this issue, it is crucial to develop and …

Veteran family virtual summit 2023: January 26–27, 2023

Abstract: Veteran Families have unique experiences and needs that are often unheard and unaddressed. To start a discussion about these needs, the Atlas Institute hosted the Veteran …

An innovative rehabilitation program for the veterans affairs post‐acute skilled nursing setting: Preliminary results

Abstract: Skilled nursing rehabilitative care plays a critical role in older adults' functional recovery impacting post‐discharge outcomes. Variations across post‐acute …

In her own words: a phenomenological analysis of stories told by female service members and Veterans after traumatic brain injury

Abstract: PURPOSE: Given the majority of Service Members and Veterans (SMV) who have sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) are male, the female experience with TBI has not been …

Providing recovery support to wounded, injured, and sick UK military personnel throughout the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Health precautions implemented by the United Kingdom (UK) government to limit the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) led to the closure of many well-being …

Journey to wellness: A socioecological analysis of veterans in recovery from substance use disorders

Abstract: Substance use disorders are increasingly prevalent among veterans in the United States. Veterans in recovery face unique challenges, such as high rates of psychiatric …

Predictors of Functioning and Recovery Among Men and Women Veterans with Schizophrenia

Abstract: Gender differences may play a role in functional outcomes for individuals with schizophrenia. To better understand differences, an exploratory secondary analysis was …

Benefits and Challenges of Having a Service Dog Among Veterans in Recovery from Substance Use Harms

Abstract: Service dogs (SDs) are gaining attention for their benefits on the mental health of military veterans, especially related to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). …

Mission Himalaya: Exploring the Impact of a Supported High-Altitude Mountaineering Expedition on the Well-Being and Personal Development of UK Military Veterans

Abstract: Meaningful, positive, emotional and challenging adventurous activities may generate personal growth or recovery from ill health or injury. In this study, we used a …

Predictors of Military Veterans’ Engagement in Bespoke Recovery Pathways and Health and Well-Being Outcomes

Abstract: The objective of this cross-sectional study was to assess how psychosocial variables predict U.K. military veterans’ level of engagement in bespoke recovery pathways …