Posttraumatic cognitions about the self are associated with depression symptoms in Veterans endorsing a history of assaultive military sexual trauma

Abstract: Depressive symptoms are a commonly observed yet understudied mental health sequalae of military sexual trauma (MST). Prior research supports the relationship between …

Male sex and hazardous alcohol use following military sexual assault increase suicide risk among US service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Higher alcohol use and military sexual assault (MSA) are associated with increased risk of death by suicide. Risk for death by suicide is rapidly increasing …

Non-affirmation minority stress, internalized transphobia, and subjective cognitive decline among transgender and gender diverse Veterans aged 45 years and older

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To examine the associations of two measures of minority stress, non-affirmation minority stress and internalized transphobia, with subjective cognitive …

Pain and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms: Dyadic Relationships Between Canadian Armed Forces Members/Veterans With Chronic Pain and Their Offspring

Abstract: Chronic pain and mental health issues occur at higher rates in Veterans than the general population. One widely recognized mental health issue faced by Veterans is …

Military suicide prevention: Do families matter?

Abstract: Preventing suicide in military communities is a priority for many countries. Families are important to understanding and addressing many health issues; a budding area of …

Hospitalizations among Veterans treated for metastatic prostate cancer with abiraterone or enzalutamide

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Abiraterone and enzalutamide are second generation androgen receptor pathway inhibitors (ARPIs) used to treat advanced or metastatic prostate cancer. Without …

Incident diuretic use and subsequent risk of bone fractures: A large nationwide observational study of US Veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To investigate the association of incident use of diuretics with subsequent risk of incident bone fractures. PATIENTS AND METHODS: In a nationwide cohort of …

Influence of affective instability on suicidal ideation beyond traumatic brain injury and posttraumatic stress disorder in Veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) is associated with long-term consequences, including greater risk for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal …

Comparison of Demographic and Health Profiles between Veterans and Non-Veterans Living with Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury in the United States

Abstract: Objectives: To compare demographic and health characteristics between Veterans and non-Veterans living with traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) between 2015 and 2019. …

Effects of a Supervised Inpatient Gratitude Walking Program on Rural Veteran Populations

Abstract: Objectives: To determine if there will be a change in quality care metrics using a supervised inpatient gratitude walking program. Also, to investigate if implementation …

Exploring Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Rehabilitation Outcomes after TBI: A Veterans Affairs Model Systems Study

Abstract: Objectives: To examine racial/ethnic differences in 5-year functional independence and life satisfaction trajectories among SMVs who had undergone acute rehabilitation at …

Art Therapy as a Tool for Recovery in Traumatic Brain-Injured Veterans and Active Duty Soldiers: A Systematic Review

Abstract: Objective(s): To examine the role and impact of art therapy in the rehabil- itation of veterans and active duty soldiers with a history of traumatic brain injury. Data …