Loneliness, Social Isolation, and Cardiovascular Disease among Nonveteran and Veteran Women

Abstract: We examined the prospective associations of social isolation and loneliness with incident cardiovascular disease (CVD) among aging nonveteran and veteran women, and …

Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation, Loneliness and Unmet Social Needs

Abstract: Military widow/ers can experience spousal death suddenly and in traumatic circumstances. Evidence shows that this experience often has a long-term effect on surviving …

Facilitators to alleviate loneliness and social isolation as identified by individuals with spinal cord injuries and disorders: a qualitative study

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: Individuals with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D) are at increased risk for experiencing loneliness and social isolation. The aim is to …

Understanding evidence and provision of services around social isolation and loneliness of military widow/ers: A scoping review

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Whilst the uniqueness of loneliness and social isolation is now recognised for members of the Armed Forces Community, there is currently a lack of evidence …

Loneliness and firearm acquisition among low-income U.S. veterans: Findings from the national veteran homeless and other poverty experiences (NV-HOPE) study

Abstract: Rationale: There are theoretical reasons to expect loneliness related to firearm purchasing. For instance, loneliness might amplify social isolation and feelings of …

Developing a holistic intervention to reduce social isolation and loneliness in veterans treated for PTSD

Abstract:This mixed-methods study conducted by Northumbria University’s Northern Hub explores the links between PTSD, social isolation, and loneliness among veterans. It combines …

Mood and activity changes during the covid-19 pandemic in rural and urban veterans and their cohabitants

Abstract: We aimed to examine the impact of COVID-19 pandemic-related stay-at-home orders on weekly reports of mood and activity before and during COVID-19 in a sample of older …

Findings from a peer-facilitated, social isolation intervention in the Veterans Health Administration healthcare system: A mixed-methods, pilot feasibility study

Abstract: Background: Social isolation is a global public health threat. Veterans are particularly at risk for social isolation due to high rates of comorbid physical and mental …

Exploring Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation and Loneliness

Abstract: Today, much is written and broadcast about social isolation and loneliness in wider society but little has been done to explore its impact within the Armed Forces …

Sense of loneliness of Veterans in Southern Iran: a cross-sectional study

Abstract: Aims: More than three decades have passed since the end of the Iraq-Iran war, and this period has been concurrent with a rapid growth of the older community in Iran which …

Exploring the Role of Social Connection in Interventions With Military Veterans Diagnosed With Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: Systematic Narrative Review

Abstract: Background: It has been identified that military veterans have distinct experiences of loneliness and social isolation and, when comparing this community to other …

Ex-military personnel's experiences of loneliness and social isolation from discharge, through transition, to the present day

Abstract: Objectives: This study aimed to examine the unique factors of loneliness and social isolation within the ex-military population from discharge, through transition, to …