Abortion in a military population: A review of the literature

Abstract: Introduction: Abortion is recognized by the World Health Organization as a fundamental part of good reproductive care, and worldwide three of 10 pregnancies will end in …

SUSTAIN: Identifying and Examining the Barriers and Facilitators to Ex-Servicewomen Making a Successful and Sustainable Transition to Civilian Life in the UK

Abstract: Why is this research important? Whilst most service personnel make a successful transition from military to civilian life, this transition can pose significant challenges …

Prevalence and Correlates of Military Sexual Trauma in Service Members and Veterans: Results From the 2018 Canadian Armed Forces Members and Veterans Mental Health Follow-up Survey

Abstract: Introduction: Military sexual trauma (MST) is an ongoing problem. We used a 2002 population-based sample, followed up in 2018, to examine: (1) the prevalence of MST and …

Barriers and facilitators to mental healthcare for women veterans: a scoping review

Abstract: Background: Traditionally, veteran research and support have centred on the requirements of a predominantly male population. However, as female participation in the …

Impact of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program on Psychological Well-Being, Cortisol, and Inflammation in Women Veterans

Abstract: Background: Women veterans experience higher levels of stress-related symptoms than their civilian counterparts. Psychological stress is associated with greater …

Closing the Gap: a Site-Developed Quality Improvement Project to Optimize the Early Care of Pregnant Veterans

Abstract: From FY00 to FY15, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) saw a 14-fold increase (FY00: 260; FY15: 3756) in deliveries among pregnant veterans. The number of pregnant …

Recruitment of women veterans into suicide prevention research: Improving response rates with enhanced recruitment materials and multiple survey modalities

Abstract: Women veterans (WV) are the fastest growing veteran subpopulation and recognized to be at increased risk for suicide compared with civilians. Improving engagement (e.g., …

Military Sexual Trauma in Older Women Veterans: Prevalence and Comorbidities

Abstract: Background: Recent attention has highlighted the common occurrence and health consequences of military sexual trauma (MST) in younger women veterans. However, almost …

Reproductive Health of Women Veterans: A Systematic Review of the Literature from 2008 to 2017

Abstract: The literature on the reproductive health and healthcare of women Veterans has increased dramatically, though there are important gaps. This article aims to synthesize …

Factors influencing parental functioning and satisfaction for veteran mothers during civilian transition

Abstract: Objective: Risk and protective factors associated with parental functioning (i.e., meeting child's emotional needs) and satisfaction (i.e., closeness) were examined among …

Relentless, aggressive, and pervasive: Exploring gender minimization and sexual abuse experienced by women ex-military veterans

Abstract: Objective: Contextually embedded and sanctioned gender minimization and sexual abuse toward female personnel within the military appears widespread. Left unabated, …

Thank You for Hearing My Voice – Listening to Women Combat Veterans in the United States and Israeli Militaries

Abstract: The military service of combat soldiers may pose many threats to their well being and often take a toll on body and mind, influencing the physical and emotional make-up …