Associations between symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, pain, and alcohol use disorder among OEF/OIF/OND veterans

Abstract: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is prevalent among Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn (OEF/OIF/OND) veterans. Pain and posttraumatic …

Homelessness Among Veterans: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Physical Health, and the Cumulative Trauma of Military Sexual Assault

Abstract: The current literature does not account for how homeless experiences in combination with military sexual assault (MSA) are associated with posttraumatic stress disorder …

Refining Trauma-Focused Treatments for Servicemembers and Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: Progress and Ongoing Challenges

Abstract: Fifteen years of war in Afghanistan and Iraq have generated unprecedented investment in mitigating war-related mental health problems, including large increases in …

Measuring Aggregated and Specific Combat Exposures: Associations Between Combat Exposure Measures and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, and Alcohol-Related Problems

Abstract: The Millennium Cohort Study is funded through the Military Operational Medicine Research Program of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, Fort Detrick, …

Association between spatial working memory and Re-experiencing symptoms in PTSD

Abstract: Background and objectives: Few studies have evaluated the link between working memory (WM) and post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Further, it is unknown whether …

Commentary - suicide among Scottish military veterans

Abstract: In September 2021, the UK Government announced that for the first time the numbers of ex-service personnel who take their own lives will be officially recorded, …

I'd Be a Completely Different Person if I Hadn't Gone to Therapy: A Qualitative Study of Metacognitive Therapy and Recovery Outcomes in Adults with Schizophrenia

Abstract: Objective: Metacognitive oriented treatments are novel therapies designed to address metacognition deficits in schizophrenia, defined as the set of mental activities that …

Advanced models for improved prediction of opioid-related overdose and suicide events among Veterans using administrative healthcare data

Abstract: Veterans suffer disproportionate health impacts from the opioid epidemic, including overdose, suicide, and death. Prediction models based on electronic medical record …

Social and Economic Costs of Gambling Problems and Related Harm Among UK Military Veterans

Abstract: Military veterans are at heightened risk of problem gambling. Little is known about the costs of problem gambling and related harm among United Kingdom (UK) Armed Forces …

The theatre as therapy for military veterans? Exploring the mechanisms which impact psychosocial well-being and social connections during theatre-based programmes

Abstract: Background: In many countries, performing arts and theatre practices are being employed with Armed Forces Communities. However, very little evidence exists outlining the …

Chronic pain: The Canadian Armed Forces Members and Veterans Mental Health Follow-up Survey

Abstract: Chronic pain is pain that has lasted three to six months or longer. Many people with back pain, migraines, arthritis, and gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable …

The United Kingdom Armed Forces Veterans’ Health and Gambling Study

Abstract: International evidence shows that military veterans (i.e., regulars and reserves who have served for at least one day) are at increased risk of gambling-related harm. As …