Gender differences in mental health outcomes among Afghanistan Veterans exposed to war zone trauma

Abstract: Research has sought to identify whether women have an increased risk of developing mental health problems following military trauma compared to men, but the results are …

Posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma, and accelerated biological aging among post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: People who experience trauma and develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are at increased risk for poor health. One mechanism that could explain this risk is …

Understanding changes in aggression among U.S. army soldiers: The role of trauma exposure during deployment

Abstract: Aggression is one of the leading concerns reported by United States service members and veterans. Trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms have emerged as …

The Posttraumatic Cognitions Inventory (PTCI): Psychometric evaluation in veteran men and women with trauma exposure

Abstract: The Posttraumatic Cognitions Inventory (PTCI) is a self-report measure of negative posttraumatic cognitions, which is an important construct in the development and …

Exploring complex-PTSD comorbidity in trauma-exposed Northern Ireland veterans

Abstract: Background: Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) describes the results of complex, prolonged, and/or inescapable trauma, and is typified by avoidance, …

Relationship among combat experience, Veteran pathology, and pathology of Veterans’ intimate partners: Factors predicting the pathology of Veterans and their intimate partners

Abstract: For nearly 20 years, military members and their families have been involved in some form of military operation in support of what is known as the Global War on …

Family and occupational functioning following military trauma exposure and moral injury

Abstract: Evidence is growing regarding the impact of potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs) on mental health; yet how moral injury may affect an individual’s occupational …

Mindfulness as a Mediator between Trauma Exposure and Mental Health Outcomes: Results from the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study

Abstract: Exposure to traumatic life events is associated with increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health problems such as suicidal ideation …

Implementing trauma-focused CBT for children of veterans in the VA: Providing comprehensive services to veterans and their families

Abstract: Military families experience unique stressful circumstances such as frequent moves, service-related physical and mental health difficulties, and separation from support. …

576. Accelerated Neurodegeneration: Effects of Cumulative Trauma Exposure and Chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Relatively Young Combat Veterans

Abstract: Background: We previously published that combat veterans with PTSD (CV1PTSD) compared to healthy combat veterans (HCV) had significantly reduced gray matter volume (GMV) …