Reducing barriers to post-9/11 veterans’ use of programs and services as they transition to civilian life

Abstract: Background: Numerous programs exist to support veterans in their transitions to civilian life. Programs are offered by a host of governmental and non-governmental …

Social Network Cohesion among Veterans Living in Recovery Homes

Abstract: Recovery homes for individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) called Oxford House (OH) have been shown to improve the prospects of a successful recovery across …

Telomere Shortening and Accelerated Aging in US Military Veterans

Abstract: A growing body of literature on military personnel and veterans’ health suggests that prior military service may be associated with exposures that increase the risk of …

Identifying Veterans Using Electronic Health Records in the United Kingdom: A Feasibility Study

Abstract: There is a lack of quantitative evidence concerning UK (United Kingdom) Armed Forces (AF) veterans who access secondary mental health care services—specialist care …

System-wide implementation of telehealth to support military Veterans and their families in response to COVID-19: A paradigm shift

Abstract: The need for the expansion of telehealth services in behavioural health care existed long before the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, for a variety of reasons – including …

TimeBank Shoulder to Shoulder Online Mentoring Pilot: Final Evaluation Report

Abstract: The Shoulder to Shoulder Online pilot matched vulnerable veterans with a volunteer mentor. Once paired, mentors and mentees met regularly on the Odro video conferencing …

Maintaining Independence: A Study into the Health and Social Well being of Older Limbless Veterans

Abstract: The impact of losing a limb extends well beyond initial recovery and rehabilitation, with long term consequences and challenges requiring healthcare commitments across …

Improving the Health of Veterans Though Moving Meditation Practices: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study

Abstract: This study explores the use of low-to-moderate intensity mindfulness-based exercises (“moving meditation”) to improve Veteran physical activity level and …

Serving Rural Veterans with Disabilities: A National Survey of Centers for Independent Living

Abstract: This study comprises a systematic national examination of how Centers for Independent Living can and do support Veteran consumers, especially those living in rural …

Topiramate treatment of alcohol use disorder in veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: a randomized controlled pilot trial

Abstract: Background—The course of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is frequently and severelycomplicated by co-occurring alcohol use disorder (AUD), yet there are few …

How eLearning Can Decrease Challenges of Informal Family Caregivers of Service Members & Veterans with Invisible Injuries

Abstract: While a considerable amount of literature has explored the caregiver population, limited research has explored the critical need of education and training for individuals …

Afghanistan and Iraq amputation statistics: 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2020

Anstract: This annual statistics report provides information on the number of UK service personnel who experienced an amputation for the five-year period 1 April 2015 to 31 March …