Traumatic Brain Injury and Sight Loss in Military and Veteran Populations – a Review

Abstract: War and combat exposure pose great risks to the vision system. More recently, vision related deficiencies and impairments have become common with the increased use of …

Association of remote traumatic brain injury and military employment with late-life trajectories of depressive symptom severity

Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and military service are common lifetime exposures among current older adults that may affect late-life mental health. The …

Prevalence of Polytrauma Clinical Triad Among Active Duty Service Members

Abstract: Introduction: The polytrauma clinical triad (PCT), encompassing traumatic brain injury, PTSD, and chronic pain, has been identified as a significant concern in the …

Sex, race, and risk of dementia diagnosis after traumatic brain injury among older veterans

This study investigates whether sex and race differences exist in dementia diagnosis risk associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI) among older veterans.

Remotely delivered physiotherapy programs to improve balance, mobility and activity among survivors of moderate to severe TBI: description and feasibility

Abstract: This study aimed to:1) investigate if remotely delivered, intensive home-based exercise programs were feasible for survivors of moderate or severe TBI, and 2) better …

Understanding the Link Between Traumatic Brain Injury Accompanied by Loss of Consciousness and Well-Being: A Sample of UK Military Veterans

This piece of research aims to understand the link between traumatic brain injury plus loss of consciousness (TBI+LOC). Using clinical records 3335 treatment seeking veterans were …

Interaction Between Psychiatric Symptoms and History of Mild TBI When Evaluating Postconcussion Syndrome in Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Symptoms of postconcussive syndrome (PCS) after mild TBI (mTBI) have been shown to resolve quickly, yet new research raises questions about possible …

Relationship of traumatic brain injury to chronic mental health problems and dementia in military veterans

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an unfortunately common event in military life. The conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have increased public awareness of TBI in the …

The Long and Winding Road to Postsecondary Education for US Veterans with Invisible Injuries

Abstract: Veterans with "invisible injuries" (a mental health diagnosis or a traumatic brain injury) often pursue higher education to enhance employment and community …

Psychiatric Rehabilitation for Veterans and the Evolution of the Field

Abstract: This special issue on psychiatric rehabilitation for veterans celebrates the Department of VeteransAffairs’ commitment to innovation in psychiatric rehabilitation and …

Effectiveness and Harms of Mental Health Treatments in Service Members and Veterans with Deployment-related Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Abstract: Co-morbidity of psychiatric conditions with traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common among service members and Veterans from recent deployments. Practice guidelines for …