Natural disasters and SARS-CoV-2: Potential risk factors for exacerbating mental health conditions among Veterans

Abstract: Background: Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands Veterans (PRVs) have faced recurring challenges from hurricanes, earthquakes, and the COVID-19 pandemic. These events …

Psychosocial well-being among Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder

Abstract: Concurrent posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder (PTSD/SUD) in U.S. military veterans represents an urgent public health issue associated with …

The Role of PTSD Symptom Clusters and Criterion in Predicting Future High-risk Drug and Alcohol use Among Returning Veteran Men and Women

Abstract: The prevalence of co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorder (SUD) remains exceptionally high among returning veterans, with numerous …

Mindfulness-based Therapeutic Sailing for Veterans With Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorders

Abstract: Complementary interventions have the potential to enhance treatment engagement and/or response among veterans with psychiatric disorders and/or substance use disorders …

Veterans with PTSD and Comorbid Substance use Disorders: Does Single versus Poly-substance use Disorder Affect Treatment Outcomes?

Abstract: Substance use disorders (SUD) frequently co-occur with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Little is known, however, about how individuals with a single SUD diagnosis …

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 …

Trauma in Veterans With Substance Use Disorder: Similar Treatment Need Among Urban and Rural Residents

Abstract: The objective of this study is to determine whether rural residence is associated with trauma exposure or posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms among military veterans …