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The role of impulsivity and aggression in suicidal ideation and behavior among military Veterans

Abstract: Background Suicide rates among veterans are substantially higher than non-veterans and continue to rise according to the most recent data. However, specific mechanisms …

Trajectories of posttraumatic stress in military peacekeepers: A longitudinal analysis over 23 years

Abstract: Objective: This study investigated trajectories of posttraumatic stress in Norwegian peacekeepers over a 23-year period, focusing on the prevalence and characteristics of …

Epidemiology of musculoskeletal injuries of U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets during initial military training from 2018 to 2023

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSKIs) have a longstanding deleterious impact on the health of service members (SMs) and the readiness of the armed services. …

Implementation of lecanemab for Alzheimer's disease within the Veterans Health Administration: Facilitators and barriers

Abstract: Background: Several amyloid targeting therapies have been approved for Alzheimer's disease (AD), including lecanemab (Leqembi). However, real-world implementation of …

Association between traumatic brain injury and depression stratified by Veteran status: Findings from the National Health Interview Survey

Abstract: Globally, traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality, with increased incidence reported among veterans. In this study, we explored …

Geospatial estimates of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt prevalence in the U.S. Veteran population (2022)

Abstract: Background: Veteran suicide remains a major public health concern; rates increased 64.3% from 2001 to 2022 and substantial geospatial variation exists, with state-level …

A network analysis of posttraumatic stress, depression, and alcohol use in U.S. Veterans: Exploring differences by childhood maltreatment exposure

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: U.S. military service members and veterans are more likely than civilians to have experienced childhood maltreatment and co-occurring posttraumatic stress, …

A network analysis of posttraumatic stress, depression, and alcohol use in U.S. Veterans: Exploring differences by childhood maltreatment exposure

Abstract: Objective: U.S. military service members and veterans are more likely than civilians to have experienced childhood maltreatment and co-occurring posttraumatic stress, …

Optimizing transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation parameters for sleep and autonomic function in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder with or without mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Study Objectives: Transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) has emerged as a potential therapeutic intervention for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), yet optimal …

Beyond trauma: The influence of spiritual struggles on suicide risk in post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury often struggle with their spirituality and/or religion (S/R) in ways that hinder recovery …

Development of a surveillance system to identify incidence of evictions among patients in Veterans Affairs medical centers across the United States

Abstract: Evictions are a major social and public health concern in the United States. The development of Natural Language Processing (NLP) technologies allows for analysis of …

Attitudes towards mammography among rural-residing women Veterans overdue for breast cancer screening

Abstract: Introduction: Breast cancer screening enables the use of earlier treatment options and contributes to decreased mortality, however, there are urban-rural screening …