A pilot study of trauma-sensitive yoga and Breathe2Relax among service members in an intensive outpatient program

Abstract: Emerging research indicates that yoga is a promising adjunct to psychological trauma treatment. The current pilot study examined the associations between …

Microstructural organization of distributed white matter associated with fine motor control in US service members with mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is the most common form of brain injury. While most individuals recover from mTBI, roughly 20% experience persistent symptoms, …

Randomized, controlled clinical trial of acoustic stimulation to reduce postconcussive symptoms

Abstract: Objective: Effective interventions are needed to address postconcussive symptoms. We report the results of randomized, sham‐controlled trial of Cereset Research™ …

Prevalence and adverse effects of sport-related nutritional supplements (sport drinks, bars, and gels) in the military before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: the US Military Dietary Supplement Use Study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Sport-related nutritional supplements (SRNS) include sport drinks, sport bars, and sport gels. This investigation examined temporal patterns in SRNS use and …

Prevalence and risk factors of self-reported dizziness in post-9/11 service members and Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Dizziness is prevalent in the general population, but little is known about its prevalence in the U.S. military population. Dizziness is commonly associated …

Functional hearing difficulties in blast-exposed service members with normal to near-normal hearing thresholds

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Estimated prevalence of functional hearing and communication deficits (FHCDs), characterized by abnormally low speech recognition and binaural tone detection …

Musculoskeletal injury concealment in the reserve officers' training corps: A survey of cadets' reporting behaviors

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Among service members, musculoskeletal injuries threaten military readiness and place a substantial burden on medical and financial resources. Emerging …

“Embrace the suck”: An exploratory study of perceptions of mental health treatment within the U.S. Army

Abstract: Since September 11th, 2001, mental healthcare in the United States military has become a focus for government officials. Many service members have come back from war with …

Stressful life events and risk of homelessness after active duty: an assessment of risk and resilience among servicemembers

Abstract: Objectives: The transition from military to civilian life may present increased exposure to various stressful life events (SLEs) that can increase the risk of …

An exploration of potential pressures to engage in parenting accommodation of PTSD symptoms for military couples

Abstract: In the context of service member posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, intimate partners may experience pressure to take over parenting roles and run …

Characteristics of non-benzodiazepine sedative hypnotic use among combat injured U.S. service members with insomnia

Abstract: Objectives: There are currently no military studies on non-benzodiazepine sedative hypnotic (n-BSH) use among combat injured active-duty service members. There were three …

Depression symptoms as a potential mediator of the association between disordered eating symptoms and sexual function in women service members and veterans

Abstract: Sexual dysfunction is associated with disorders commonly diagnosed in service members/veterans (SM/Vs; e.g., depression, posttraumatic stress disorder) and increased …