Reducing burden and anxiety for caregivers of Veterans with traumatic brain injury and dementia: Randomized controlled trial of the resources for enhancing all caregivers’ health—Hope intervention

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: Caregivers of veterans with comorbid traumatic brain injury (TBI) and dementia face many challenges managing their loved ones’ neurobehavioral …

The impact of employer attitudes on hiring Veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI): A quantitative analysis

Abstract: This quantitative study investigates employers' attitudes in employing, recruiting, and developing TBI veterans. TBI veterans face a variety of employment barriers …

An iterative ROC procedure identifies white matter tracts diagnostic for traumatic brain injury: An exploratory analysis in U.S. Veterans

Abstract: ObjectiveMethodResultsConclusionsUnderstanding the pathophysiology of traumatic brain injury (TBI) is crucial for effectively managing care. Diffusion tensor imaging …

Behavioral health outcomes in the 12 months following major limb loss among active duty service members treated in the military health system, 2001-2017

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Over 2,100 active duty service members (ADSM) have experienced traumatic limb loss since 2001. Combat-injured ADSMs have over 3 times the odds of developing …

Mediators of epilepsy risk after traumatic brain injury: A 20-year U.S. Veteran cohort study

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a significant risk factor for epilepsy, but little work has explored whether risk of epilepsy after TBI may operate through …

A customized neural transcranial magnetic stimulation target for functional disability among Veterans with co-occurring alcohol use disorder and mild traumatic brain injury: Protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) commonly co-occur, exacerbating symptoms and negatively impacting function. Co-occurring AUD …

Neurocognitive intraindividual variability in Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury history and posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Veterans with a history of blast-related mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be at risk for greater cognitive …

Comparison of racial and ethnic mortality disparities among post-9/11 Veterans with and without traumatic brain injury to the total U.S. adult population

Abstract: Introduction: The extent of racial/ethnic disparities and whether they are attenuated in the Veteran population compared to the total US population is not well …

Post Discharge Assessment of Caregiver Guidance of Patients with Brain Injury Hospitalized in Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation at a Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Abstract: To assess the perception of the guidance received during rehabilitation by caregivers of patients with brain injury to support the post discharge transition to the home …

Lifetime blast exposure is not related to cognitive performance or psychiatric symptoms in US military personnel

Abstract: Objective: The present study aimed to examine the impact of lifetime blast exposure (LBE) on neuropsychological functioning in service members and veterans (SMVs). …

Role of deployment history on the association between epilepsy and traumatic brain injury in post-9/11 era US Veterans

Abstract: Background and objectives: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a well-established epilepsy risk factor and is common among service members. Deployment-related TBI, where …

Exploring interactions between traumatic brain injury history and gender on medical comorbidities in military Veterans: An epidemiological analysis in the VA Million Veteran Program

Abstract: Epidemiological studies of medical comorbidities and possible gender differences associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are limited, especially among military …