2023 Veterans’ well-being community health needs assessment: Understanding Canadian Veterans’ health and well-being

Abstract: Introduction: The 2023 Veterans’ Well-being Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is a tool to support the health and well-being of Canadian Veterans. It can be used …

From handouts to empowerment: Impacts of policy subsidies and employment support on the well-being of disabled Veterans

Abstract: Balancing policy subsidies and employment support is crucial for developing effective assistance policies for disabled veterans. This study conducted an empirical …

Awareness and use of Canadian Armed Forces mental wellbeing programs and resources among regular force personnel

Abstract: To support broader efforts to empower military personnel to improve their health and wellbeing, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have implemented numerous mental wellbeing …

A rapid review of the barriers and facilitators of mental health service access among Veterans and their families

Abstract: Introduction: Transitioning to civilian life after military service can be challenging for both Veterans and their families. Accessible mental health services are crucial …

A scoping review of interventions targeting the mental health of Australian Veterans

Abstract: Serving in the military can have significant impacts on the mental health of veterans and their families. Military personnel can be exposed to a range of physical …

Access and equity among Veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic: A research note

Abstract: It has long been recognized that at-risk groups tend to experience a greater proportion of burden during times of turbulence. Motivated by the COVID-19 pandemic as a …

Protected time for self-care for Veterans Health Administration (VA) employees

Abstract: Objectives: Employee Whole Health (EWH) empowers VA employees to take charge of their well-being by integrating self-care into their workday, but employees lack time to …

Role of military context and couple well-being in the psychological vulnerability of military wives in the united states

Abstract: The psychological health of military spouses is essential for the health and readiness of the family system. Thus, it is essential to understand contextual and familial …

Military spouse employment: Part-time workforce characteristics and perspectives

Abstract: Employment is a top concern for spouses of active-duty military service members, according to the Department of Defense (DOD). Military spouses may face challenges …

Well-being as a predictor of academic success in student Veterans and factor validation of the PERMA + 4 well-being measurement scale

Abstract: Objective: The study sought to test whether well-being predicts academic performance for student service members/veterans (SSM/Vs) and to assess the factor structure of …

What do successful military-to-civilian transitions look like? a revised framework and a new conceptual model for assessing Veteran well-being

Abstract: Developmental theory indicates that success during a major life change requires attention to multiple life domains (e.g., physical health, mental health, employment, …

The UK Veterans family study: Psychological health, wellbeing, and social support among UK Veteran families

Abstract: The challenges and opportunities of military life do not affect the serving person alone – the impact extends to the immediate family and we know the family is integral …