Prospective associations of emotion reactivity and risk behaviors with suicide attempts in US Army soldiers

Abstract:Background: Emotion reactivity and risk behaviors (ERRB) are transdiagnostic dimensions associated with suicide attempt (SA). ERRB patterns may identify individuals at …

National cross-sectional cohort study of the relationship between quality of mental healthcare and death by suicide

Abstract: Background: Patient safety-based interventions aimed at lethal means restriction are effective at reducing death by suicide in inpatient mental health settings but are …

Long-term Psychoactive Medications, Polypharmacy, and Risk of Suicide and Unintended Overdose Death Among Midlife and Older Women Veterans

Abstract: Rates of suicide and unintended overdose death are high among midlife and older women, yet there is paucity of data identifying women at greatest risk. Psychoactive …

Risk factors of suicidal behaviors in a high‐risk longitudinal veteran sample: A network analysis

Abstract: Suicide is a substantial public health burden, particularly among veterans. Risk factors have been delineated for suicide; however, the dynamic interrelations between …

Association between post-traumatic stress disorder severity and death by suicide in US military veterans: retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Background: There is mixed evidence regarding the direction of a potential association between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide mortality. This is the …

Cannabis use and suicide risk among Gulf War veterans

Abstract: Cannabis use has been indicated as a risk factor for suicide in veterans. This study of Gulf War veterans tested the relationship between self-report past year cannabis …

Reculturation: A new perspective on military-civilian transition stress

Abstract: Various forms of assistance are offered to help US Veterans achieve success in their post-military lives in recognition of their service. Despite the many successes, a …

Association between clinically recognized suicidality and subsequent initiation or continuation of medications for opioid use disorder

Abstract: Background: Among individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD), medications for OUD (MOUD) may lower suicide risk. Therefore, it is important that individuals with OUD …

Media coverage of Canadian Veterans, with a focus on post traumatic stress disorder and suicide

Abstract:Background: The media plays an important role in shaping public perceptions of social groups. Yet, there is little research on how Canadian veterans are portrayed in the …

Attachment Style and Risk of Suicide Attempt Among New Soldiers in the U.S. Army

Abstract: Among U.S. Army soldiers suicide attempts (SAs) are a significant public health concern, particularly early in service. We examined the association of attachment style …

What Do Veterans Discuss the Most about Post-Combat Stress on Social Media? – A Text Analytics Study

Abstract: Army veterans who transition out of the military often face substantial challenges during their transition to civilian life. One such challenge transitioning veterans may …

Veteran Suicide: Missed Opportunities for Suicide Prevention Within Concealed Pistol License Curriculum

Abstract: Veteran suicide is a growing topic for public health concern. Despite enhancements from the Department of Veterans Health Administration, clinicians continue to struggle …