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Beyond the battlefield: Exploring LGBTQ+ service members’ and Veterans’ perception of the nature of military experiences and leadership

Abstract:The experiences of LGBTQ+ military personnel in the U.S. military have been informed by developing policies and societal behaviors. While major strides have been made, …

Qualitative analysis of the influence of military culture on the resocialization of combat Veterans

Abstract:The researcher conducted in-depth interviews with 25 combat-experienced Veterans of the Global War on Terror who fit an operational definition of successful …

Comparing loneliness assessment tools in a Veteran's community

Abstract:Problem Statement: The current screening practices used in the Vet Center may not effectively capture veterans’ levels of loneliness. With increasing recognition of the …

The experience of living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for African American male Veterans

Abstract:For this study, I conducted interviews with African American male veterans who have been formally diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The objective was …

The influence of selected demographic and academic factors on the persistence to degree completion of military Veterans at a research university in the South

Abstract:A large number of veterans leave the military each year, hoping to reacclimate successfully to civilian society while utilizing the knowledge and skills they acquired in …

Business model innovation practices of Veteran-owned enterprises during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract:This paper examines the experiences of veteran small business owners and their efforts to innovate their business models during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study, framed …

The military adult learner: How U.S. Air Force active-duty members perceive information on military education benefits from recruit to retiree

Abstract:The nucleus of the United States of America is built on military service. The sacrifice our young men and women in uniform make for our country is like no other. With the …

The relationship between experience and training with counselor confidence in working with Veterans

Abstract:Up to 65% of veterans deployed in combat or returning from combat regions such as Afghanistan and Iraq meet criteria for a mental health diagnosis, yet up to 50% do not …

The impact of multi-systems utilization on the health outcomes of Mississippi Veterans experiencing stroke: Policy implications

Abstract:Stroke poses a global threat, as it is the third-leading cause of disability and the secondleading cause of death worldwide (Owolab et al., 2022). In the United States, …

Veterans with depression self-care handbook in collaboration with self-identified peer Veteran support

Abstract:The diverse mental health needs of U.S. military veterans with depression prompted the creation of an online handbook that combines self-care practices and peer support to …

Veterans’ perceptions of administrative burden in healthcare services: An in-depth qualitative analysis within the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract:Implementing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks (VA Mission Act) marked a pivotal shift in …

Cortisol response as a predictor and correlate of treatment outcomes for service members with posttraumatic stress disorder: A secondary data analysis

Abstract:The unique nature of military-related trauma exposure, including a higher likelihood of multiple trauma exposures and sustained operational stress while deployed, may play …