Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Traumatic life events are hypothesized to be triggers for the onset of fibromyalgia. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common comorbidity of …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Millions of United States (U.S.) veterans report exposures to a wide range of chemical, physical, radiological, and biological agents during their military …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Moral injury (MI) is a potential clinical problem associated with distress following exposure to potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs). While previous …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Social drivers of health (SDOH) influence health, but there are few comparisons of SDOH and health among users of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) …
Abstract: Background: Research on PTSD treatment in military populations is expanding rapidly; it's important to identify key research priorities and emerging trends from a …
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Infectious diseases are a major concern for patients dwelling in long-term care facilities and cause significant morbidity and mortality. Escherichia coli is …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Limited longitudinal research has been conducted on health outcomes during the first 15 years after combat-related lower limb amputation. METHODS: This …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Ocular motor control (OMC) and cognitive dysfunction are common persistent sequelae in persons with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Combat and training …
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: We aimed to identify lonely older U.S. military Veterans' social connection needs and barriers, to inform interventions to improve connection. METHODS: …
Abstract: Background: Military service is a significant stressor for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal ideation (SI). The study aimed to examine direct and indirect …
Abstract: Introduction: Veterans are particularly susceptible to heightened levels of social isolation and loneliness. This study aimed to explore the relations between loneliness, …
Abstract: PURPOSE: How well the over 200,000 U.S. servicemembers who complete military service each year navigate the transition to civilian life may impact their later-life …