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God, can you help me? Religious coping for U.S. military service members living with post-traumatic stress disorder

Abstract: This paper presents the development of an evidence-based program aimed at enhancing religious coping mechanisms for United States (U.S.) military service members living …

In their own words: Post-9/11 student Veterans’ perceived motivation in higher education

Abstract:The purpose of this dissertation is to understand the perspectives and voices of Post-9/11 student veterans attending the University of South Florida (USF). This inquiry …

Barriers to health-seeking behaviors for females: From soldier to Veteran

Abstract: The disproportionate increase in suicide rates among female Veterans, particularly those not currently using Veterans Healthcare Administration (VHA) care, has …

Examining homeless experienced Veterans’ perceived unsafety within integrated VA primary care settings: A structural equation modeling approach

Abstract: Background: Core challenges to primary care delivery for homeless-experienced patients include stigma, prolonged physiological and emotional stress, and a generalized …

How directors or service coordinators of Veteran support services use four servant leadership characteristics to develop high-performing teams

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore and describe how exemplary veteran support service leaders employ four key facets of servant …

The experiences of Veterans seeking peer-to-peer support for mental health services after COVID-19

Abstract: This qualitative study explored the experiences of U.S. military veterans seeking peer-to-peer support for mental health services after COVID-19. The study investigated …

Understanding preferences for a PTSD support technology among Veterans: A qualitative analysis

Abstract:Background: Posttraumatic stress disorder is prevalent among combat veterans in the United States. Mobile health-based interventions have the potential to provide …

Military cultural competency in Canadian sexual assault support centers: "Not here for lessons"

Abstract: Military cultural competency involves understanding the unique needs of military and veteran (MV) populations. Research shows that culturally competent care improves …

Modification of the adjustment disorder new module20 (ADNM-20) for use in military environments (ADNM-20-MIL): A Delphi and pilot study

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Despite its high prevalence and strong linkages with dangerous health outcomes, research on Adjustment Disorder (AjD) is hindered by lack of diagnostic …

The influence of childhood trauma and military service on social identity development in service members who enlisted as young adults: A phenomenological analysis

Abstract: The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore how childhood trauma, coupled with early adulthood military enlistment, influenced the social identity …

Family welfare during the deployment of Ghana Armed Forces in peacekeeping missions: Exploring the role of "military surrogacy"

Abstract: This research focuses on the place of soldiers' families and family life while on deployment, using the case of Ghana's regular deployments to international peacekeeping …

Once a soldier, always a soldier until you're not: The effect of identity loss on mental health and well-being following military discharge

Abstract: An report from the Australian Royal Commission on Veteran Suicide has suggested that transition-related losses (loss of purpose, identity, and culture) adversely affect …