Combat military service and male depression: The relationship between social support, PTSD, and male depression following combat military service

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Soldiers in military service are at risk of exposure to traumatic and stressful experiences, which can lead to symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder …

Loneliness partially mediates the relation between substance use and suicidality in Veterans

Abstract: America has experienced a rapid increase in loneliness, substance use, and suicidality. This increase is particularly deleterious for Veterans, who, as compared to …

Substance use after completion of an intensive treatment program with concurrent treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use among Veterans: Examining the role of PTSD symptoms

Abstract: Objective: Substance use disorders (SUDs) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are costly and highly co-occurring diagnoses, particularly among veterans, suggesting a …

The impact of substance use on posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms and treatment discontinuation

Abstract: This study examined the impact of ongoing substance use during posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment on PTSD symptoms and …

Gender differences in risks of suicide and suicidal behaviors in the USA: a narrative review

Abstract: Purpose of Review: We review recent research (2018-2023) on gender differences in suicidal behaviors (i.e., suicidal ideations and attempts, death by suicide). We examine …

Assessment of an education tool to improve knowledge and reduce stigma of a syringe service program (SSP) at a VA Medical Center

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Drug overdose deaths are a growing epidemic in the United States owing in part to inadequate support from health care systems. In response, the Veterans …

Suicidal behaviors among active-duty US service members: Data from the 2018 health-related behaviors survey

Abstract: BACKGROUND: This study aimed to 1) determine the prevalence of past-year suicidal ideation (SI) and attempts (SA) among active-duty SMs; 2) determine whether differences …

Leadership styles experienced during military service predict later anhedonic depressive symptoms and self-efficacy in veterans with alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Introduction: Lifetime and past-year alcohol use disorder (AUD) prevalence is significantly higher in US Armed Services Veterans than in non-veterans across adulthood. …

Appropriateness of test of premorbid functioning for predicting premorbid functioning in spanish/english speaking military veterans affairs population

Abstract: Objective: To examine the degree of discrepancy between Test of Premorbid Functioning (TOPF) predicted and actual WAIS-IV FSIQ between monolingual English-speaking …

Perspectives of homeless veterans living with substance use disorders (SUD) and mental illness

Abstract: Upon returning home from the military, America's veterans face complex challenges such as homelessness and substance use disorders (SUD). Veterans who have experienced …

Moral injury is a risk factor for substance use and suicidality among us military Veterans with and without traumatic brain injury

Abstract: A national survey of United States veterans was conducted, yielding 252 veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and 1235 veterans without TBI. Participants were asked …

Exploring racial/ethnic disparities in substance dependence and serious psychological distress among US Veterans

Abstract: Objectives: There are substantial racial/ethnic disparities in substance use and mental health among civilian populations, but few studies have examined these disparities …