Using Storytelling to Heal Trauma and Bridge the Cultural Divide Between Veterans and Civilians

Abstract: There is a growing disconnect between the Veteran and civilian communities related to their understanding of war-related trauma, postdeployment reintegration difficulty, …

The Meaning of "Loneliness" for Traumatized Veterans: A Semiotic Investigation of Veterans' Written Narratives

Abstract: Loneliness may be a pertinent problem for veterans in the often-traumatic aftermath of war, and while the qualitative nature of this loneliness bears clinical …

Art Therapy with Military Veterans

Abstract: Art Therapy with Military Veterans: Trauma and the Image provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying art therapy with former and serving armed …

Military‐related Trauma is Associated with Eating Disorder Symptoms in Male Veterans

Abstract: Eating disorders are understudied among male veterans, who may be at increased risk due to the high rates of trauma exposure and experiences of multiple traumatization …

Intimate Partner Violence Victimization and Associated Implications for Health and Functioning Among Male and Female Post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: Background: There is increased emphasis on identifying patients who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) in Department of Veterans Affairs and other health care …

Establishing a New Military Sexual Trauma Treatment Program: Issues and Recommendations for Design and Implementation

Abstract: This article presents a review of issues and considerations when developing a comprehensive military sexual trauma (MST) treatment program. A review of the current …

Trauma and its Treatment in Forensic Settings

Abstract: This chapter describes the different types of traumatic presentations: acute, chronic, prolonged and complicated. It explores common factors and pathways in their …

Trauma‐Related Pain, Reexperiencing Symptoms, and Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Longitudinal Study of Veterans

Abstract: Research has demonstrated a strong positive association between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and physical pain.  However, few studies have explored the …

Gender Differences in Trauma Types and Themes in Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Abstract: Background: This study aimed to determine whether there were gender differences in trauma types and cognitive-emotional themes among veterans with deployment-related …

An Integrated Model of Health and Happiness Among Post-9/11 Military Veterans

Abstract: The authors developed an integrated model of well-being, defined by happiness and physical health, among post-9/11 veterans, by examining associations of religious …

EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Remediates PTSD and Psychological Symptoms in Veterans: A Randomized Controlled Replication Trial

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common condition among veterans and is often regarded as treatment-resistant. Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) combines brief …

Trauma in Veterans With Substance Use Disorder: Similar Treatment Need Among Urban and Rural Residents

Abstract: The objective of this study is to determine whether rural residence is associated with trauma exposure or posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms among military veterans …