Fy 2022 employment of Veterans in the federal executive branch report

Abstract: The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) serves as the champion of our nation’s Federal workforce–the 2.3 million Federal employees who serve the American …

Protocol for the pragmatic evaluation of the Department of the Air Force’s personal financial readiness program

Abstract: Federal policy mandates that United States military members receive numerous financial trainings across their career to improve their financial literacy and equip them to …

Exertional hyponatremia among active component members of the U.S. Armed Forces, 2009-2024

Abstract: Exertional hyponatremia, or hyponatremia associated with exercise, occurs within 24 hours after physical activity due to a serum, plasma, or blood sodium concentration …

Exertional rhabdomyolysis among active component members of the U.S. Armed Forces, 2020-2024

Abstract: Exertional rhabdomyolysis is a pathologic muscle breakdown associated with strenuous physical activity. A largely preventable condition, it persists as an occupational …

Veterans crisis line: Actions needed to better ensure effectiveness of communications with Veterans

Abstract: Crisis line data show it had about 3.8 million customer interactions from fiscal year 2021 through 2024, with the number increasing each year (see figure). We found the …

The relationship between experience and training with counselor confidence in working with Veterans

Abstract:Up to 65% of veterans deployed in combat or returning from combat regions such as Afghanistan and Iraq meet criteria for a mental health diagnosis, yet up to 50% do not …

Military financial education: DOD should improve oversight to ensure trainings effectively support service members

Abstract: As of January 1, 2018, all new military personnel are automatically enrolled in the Blended Retirement System (BRS). Under BRS, service members receive employer …

Preparing rehabilitation counselors to serve Veterans: Perspectives of post-9/11 student Veterans in rehabilitation counselor education programs

Abstract: This study addressed the following research question: How should rehabilitation counselor education (RCE) programs prepare rehabilitation counselors to provide services …

The core competency model for military (CCM-M): A suicide prevention training approach for working with military populations

Abstract: Suicide remains a pressing problem for the United States military. Recent federal efforts espoused best suicide prevention clinical guidelines and policy-focused …

Recent orthopedic trauma volume in the United States Military Health System

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: As illustrated by the "Walker Dip," there is growing concern regarding the lack of combat casualty care during peacetime. Surgical volume and case …

Accredited vocational training within supported employment for Veterans: An evaluation of impact within Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company

Abstract: Research with a small cohort of ex-Service personnel at Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company (SBMC) – part of Royal British Legion Industries – has trialled and …

Key improvements to the Army's suicide prevention and intervention training: An interagency collaboration to develop the new "ACE Base +1" curriculum

Abstract: Introduction: Suicide is a prevalent problem impacting the military community. The U.S. Army recognized the need to address this complex issue; one line of effort has …