Traumatic brain injury and sleep in military and Veteran populations: A literature review

Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a hallmark of wartime injury and is related to numerous sleep wake disorders (SWD), which persist long term in veterans. …

The effectiveness of imagery rescripting interventions for military Veterans with nightmares and sleep disturbances: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Imagery rescripting (ImRs) interventions have been found effective in improving sleep outcomes, although research has mostly focused on civilian, rather than military, …

Insomnia, social disconnectedness, and suicidal ideation severity in underserved Veterans

Abstract: Purpose: Insomnia, characterized by difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep, is a robust transdiagnostic correlate of suicidal ideation (SI). Nevertheless, there …

Internet-guided cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia among patients with traumatic brain injury: A randomized clinical trial

Abstract: Importance: Many military service members and veterans report insomnia after sustaining traumatic brain injury (TBI). Limitations of first-line treatment, …

A sex comparison of the physical and physiological demands of United States Marine Corps recruit training

Abstract: Introduction: The U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) recruit training is a 13-week preparatory period for military service men and women. Differences in absolute performance …

Effects of blast-and impact-related concussion on persistent sleep problems

Abstract: Ojbective: Examine whether concussion mechanism of injury (high-level blast [HLB] vs impact) affects the likelihood of persistent sleep problems in a post-deployment …

Traumatic brain injury and posttraumatic stress disorder are associated with physical health burden among post-9/11 women Veterans

Abstract: Background: Little research focuses on physical health outcomes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among post-9/11 women veterans …

Life onboard a submarine: sleep, fatigue, and lifestyle behaviors of sailors on a circadian-aligned watchstanding schedule

Abstract: This study characterizes, for the first time, the lives of U.S. Navy submariners engaged in normal, sea-based operations while following a circadian-aligned 24-h …

Sleep and alcohol use among Veterans living with long COVID

Abstract: Objectives: Study objectives were to: (1) better understand sleep experiences and unhealthy alcohol use among Veterans with long COVID and (2) explore providers’ …

The Effect of Sleep Leadership Training on Army Holistic Health and Fitness Human Performance Team Members

Abstract: Research objectives: to determine the effect of SLT on the sleep-related knowledge, practices, attitudes, beliefs, and perceived competency of HPT members and to explore …

Guideline-concordant use of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Objective: To characterize guideline-concordant use of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia vs. sleep medications among Veterans Health Administration patients. …

Sleep and pain in Veterans with chronic pain: Effects of psychological pain treatment and temporal associations

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic pain is highly prevalent in US military Veterans. Non-opioid and non-pharmacologic treatments are recommended when clinically appropriate, but …