"Are You a Veteran?" Understandings of the Term "Veteran" among UK Ex-Service Personnel: A Research Note

Abstract: Different countries have varying definitions of the word “veteran,” which in turn influence the benefits that ex-Service personnel receive. However, public opinion …

Suicidal ideation and social exchanges among at-risk veterans referred for a behavioral health assessment

Abstract: Purpose: The current study examined the independent association between positive (e.g., emotional and instrumental support) and negative (e.g., insensitive behavior, …

From War to the Workplace: Helping Veterans Transition to Civilian Work Settings

Abstract: This policy brief provides various recommendations that aim to reduce veteran unemployment and help veterans transition to civilian work settings. The brief explores the …

Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans’ Experiences Living with their Parents after Separation from the Military

Abstract: When military service members separate from the military, many return to their families of origin, living with their parents for a period of several weeks to years. …

Veterans Act 2012

Abstract: This bulletin details Acts and Decrees of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, with regards to veterans and the duty of care to veterans.

Fighting a war created at home: How stereotypes and stigma hinder America's veterans

Abstract: Every day, we talk about the stigma and stereotypes attached to veterans. The problem is, we stop with the words stereotype or stigma and do not go so far as to break …

Differences Between Veteran Suicides With and Without Psychiatric Symptoms

Abstract: The objective of this study was to examine all suicides 2 geographic areas of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) over a 7-year period and to perform detailed …

Overcoming Barriers to Employment for Veterans: Current Trends and Practical Approaches

Summary: This policy brief explores current trends and practical approaches regarding overcoming barriers to employment for Veterans. It considers unemployment and job support and …

A Better Deal for Military Amputees

Abstract: Conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have generated a sharp increase in the number of amputees who will leave the Armed Forces up to 2020. In addition, commitments made by …

Perceived stigma, strain, and mental health among caregivers of veterans with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Background: Family caregivers of individuals with stigmatized conditions can experience stigma-by-association and discrimination. Moderate-to-severe traumatic brain …

Incarceration Among Male Veterans: Relative Risk of Imprisonment and Differences Between Veteran and Nonveteran Inmates

Abstract: Using data from national surveys of jail and prison inmates conducted in 2002 and 2004, the authors found that male veterans in the age group that entered military …

Survey on Transition to Civilian Life: Report on Regular Force Veterans

Abstract: Military to civilian transition is an important but poorly researched event in the life course of military Veterans. In this report, Veterans are former Canadian Forces …