Examining posttraumatic cognitions as a pathway linking trauma exposure and eating disorder symptoms in Veteran men and women: A replication and extension study

Abstract: Trauma is a risk factor for eating disorders (EDs). Enhanced understanding of the pathways from trauma to EDs could identify important treatment targets. Guided by …

Latent profiles of drinking motives among trauma-exposed combat Veterans and civilians: A comparative investigation

Abstract: Trauma exposure and drinking motives (e.g., social, enhancement, coping) are both associated with increased alcohol use and related problems. Studies have frequently …

Poor sleep and decreased cortical thickness in Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Background: Poor sleep quality has been associated with changes in brain volume among veterans, particularly those who have experienced mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) …

Association of serum biomarkers with radiographic knee osteoarthritis, knee pain and function in a young, male, trauma-exposed population - Findings from the ADVANCE study

Abstract: Objective: The ArmeD SerVices TrAuma RehabilitatioN OutComE (ADVANCE) study is investigating long-term combat-injury outcomes; this sub-study aims to understand the …

War dead, trauma, and care: The differential reintegration of Vietnamese former combatants

Abstract: This paper explores how Vietnamese former combatants navigate and contest the infrastructure of care and recognition (or lack thereof) for veterans, their families, and …

Risk and protective factors of probable binge eating disorder in US military spouses: Findings from the Millennium Cohort Family Study

Abstract: Binge eating disorder (BED) is a public health concern that has received little research attention in military families. More research is needed to identify risk and …

Abuse disclosure and documentation in the medical record: An observational matched-cohort study in the US Military Health System

Abstract: Aim: This study aims to evaluate the overall incidence of abuse code documentation in the medical records of patients assigned female, and the relationships between abuse …

Post-traumatic stress disorder in Veterans: A concept analysis

Abstract: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs when an individual experiences a traumatic event that exceeds the limits of psychological endurance. Many veterans experience …

Evaluation of the critical warzone experiences scale among Gulf War I-era Veterans: Associations with PTSD symptoms, depressive symptoms, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors

Abstract: Prior research has established the psychometric properties of the Critical Warzone Experiences (CWE) scale among post-9/11 Iraq/Afghanistan-era veterans; however, the …

The nature and impacts of deployment-related encounters with children among Canadian military Veterans: A qualitative analysis

Abstract: Background: As armed conflict grows increasingly complex, the involvement of children in armed violence across diverse roles is rising. Consequently, military personnel …

The effects of religiosity, spirituality, and sense of purpose on posttraumatic stress disorder treatment outcomes among Veterans

Abstract: Background: Religion/spirituality (R/S) is an important and commonly used resource for coping with difficult experiences and has been shown to reduce the development of …

Introduction to Special Issue Section: Resilience to Stress and Trauma within the Military Environment

Abstract: This special issue discusses the pervasive nature of stress and trauma within military settings, highlighting the critical need to understand factors that contribute to …