Posttraumatic sleep disturbances in veterans: A pilot randomized controlled trial of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and imagery rehearsal therapy

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with sleep disturbances including insomnia and nightmares. This study compared cognitive behavioral therapy for …

Connection between sleep and psychological well-being in U.S. Army soldiers

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The goal of this exploratory study was to examine the relationships between sleep consistency and workplace resilience among soldiers stationed in a …

Physical and behavioral characteristics of soldiers acquiring recommended amounts of sleep per night

Abstract: Objectives: Only one-third of U.S. Army Soldiers meet the recommended sleep guideline of 7 or more hours per night. Soldiers meeting the recommended sleep guideline are …

Veterans' experiences of support in managing comorbid sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes

Abstract: Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is highly prevalent in patients with Type 2 diabetes, more so in veterans compared with nonveterans. Positive airway pressure is …

Veterans Health Administration telesleep enterprise-wide initiative 2017-2020: bringing sleep care to our nation's Veterans

Abstract: The Veterans Health Administration cares for many veterans with sleep disorders who live in rural areas. The Veterans Health Administration’s Office of Rural Health …

Sleep, activity, and nutrition among an army sample: strengths, deficits, and demographic differences

Abstract: Sleep, activity, and nutrition (SAN) are key components in overall health, and an individual’s knowledge about and self-confidence to engage in healthy SAN behaviors …

Insomnia severity predicts depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder in veterans with spinal cord injury or disease: a cross-sectional observational study

Abstract: To assess the association of insomnia symptoms and psychiatric symptoms in patients with spinal cord injury or disease (SCI/D). In this cross-sectional observational …

Sustaining NATO service member mental health during the crisis in Ukraine

Abstract: The ongoing conflict following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not only affected those directly involved but also thousands of NATO troops stationed across Europe, who …

The transition to civilian life: impact of comorbid PTSD, chronic pain, and sleep disturbance on veterans' social functioning and suicidal ideation

Abstract: Objective: Trauma-exposed veterans may be more likely to experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), chronic pain, and sleep disturbance together rather than in …

Dementia in military and veteran populations: a review of risk factors—traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, deployment, and sleep

Abstract: The military population face a unique set of risk factors that may increase the risk of being diagnosed with dementia. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic …

Effects of Resilience Strength Training on Constructs Associated with Moral Injury among Veterans

Abstract: Resilience Strength Training (RST) is a peer specialist program that incorporates a military squad model of group trust and bonding to address problems specific to moral …