Fighting against mental health stigma in military personnel-an analysis of the most important directions of research

Abstract: Mental health stigma (MHS) among military personnel requires a complex approach, as it is influenced by ethical challenges and organizational norms distinct from those in …

Rethinking stigma: Prejudicial beliefs impact psychiatric treatment in US soldiers

Abstract: Two thirds of military personnel diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) do not engage in treatment. We examined the degree that prejudicial beliefs about …

Risk and protective correlates of suicidality in the military health and well-being project

Abstract: Suicidality disproportionately affects Veterans, and in 2020 the Military Health and Well-Being Project was conducted in part to study the link between risk and …

Assessing the dimensionality and construct validity of the military stigma scale across current service members

Abstract: US service members are at elevated risk for distress and suicidal behavior, compared to the general US population. However, despite the availability of evidence-based …

Out With The Old, In With The New: A Nuanced Approach To Self-Stigma Among Veterans

Abstract: Self-stigma can generate significant public health costs because of its implications concerning underutilization of treatment. Veterans are particularly vulnerable to …

Self-Stigma and Veteran Culture

Abstract: Self-stigma is a salient concept in mental health care. Consequences of self-stigma include increased morbidity and decreased engagement with the health care system. …