Examining Veteran Transition to the Workplace through Military Transition Theory

Abstract: The transition from military service to civilian employment is one of the most important factors related to post-service well-being and success. It is also one of the …

The Health and Wellbeing Needs of Veterans: A Rapid Review

Abstract: Background: For the majority of serving members, life in the military has a positive effect on wellbeing. However, the type, intensity and duration of service, along …

Preliminary trial of an online acceptance-based behavioural treatment for military, police, and Veterans with chronic pain

Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pain is a serious health issue in Canada but an even greater issue in military populations. Individuals experiencing chronic pain frequently find …

Prevalence of Mental Health Disorders in Elderly U.S. Military Veterans: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review

Abstract: Objectives: Older veterans may be vulnerable to mental health problems. Meta-analytic and systematic review methods sought to determine the prevalence rate of mental …

A Quantitative Analysis of the Relationship among Sources of Aid and Predictors of Student Veteran Graduation and Persistence

Abstract: This study uses multinomial logistic regression models to identify significant predictors of graduation and persistence for veteran and military-aligned students …

Transition From the Military Into Civilian Life: An Exploration of Cultural Competence

The issue of transition is explored, using theory, to consider the differences in lifestyle that veterans needs to consider when moving permanently back to being a civilian. The …

Monitoring the Well-being of Veterans: A Veteran Well-being Surveillance Framework

Abstract: This paper documents the development of the first iteration of the Veterans’ Well-being Surveillance Framework, which is a joint initiative of the Strategic Policy and …

Suicide among American Indian/Alaska Native military service members and veterans

Abstract: Many American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities experience high suicide rates. However, there is little discussion in epidemiological and empirical literature …

Coping Strategies of Older American Korean War Veterans: A Mixed Research Study

Abstract: For American Korean War veterans, military service during wartime is a major life-changing experience across their lifespan. Research on them, while they are still …

Veterans’ Identities and Well-being in Transition to Civilian Life – A Resource for Policy Analysts, Program Designers, Service Providers and Researchers

Abstract: This Technical Report highlights important implications for policy and program development, service delivery, communications, commemoration and societal recognition. …

A randomized controlled trial of a web-based, personalized normative feedback alcohol intervention for young-adult veterans

Abstract: Objective: Young adult American veterans are at-risk for problematic alcohol use. However, they are unlikely to seek care and may drop out from lengthy multicomponent …

Suicide ideation, anxiety, and depression: Are children a protective factor for male Veterans?

Abstract: Numerous mental health disorders plague our veterans when they return from deployment including anxiety and depressive disorders, which have been linked to elevated …