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“They just don't get around to it”: Clinician perspectives on lung cancer screening and racial disparities among Veterans

Abstract: Background: Lung cancer screening (LCS) rates are low across the United States, with substantial disparities in availability and uptake. This trend is also reflected in …

Insights into recovery: A qualitative analysis of primary care provider perspectives on treating Veterans with opioid use disorder in the VA primary care setting

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The Veterans Health Administration (VA) has prioritized addressing opioid use disorder (OUD) due to rising opioid overdose rates among Veterans, aiming to …

Navigating the career transition of Veterans to cybersecurity: A phenomenological study

Abstract:In the realm of cybersecurity, a chronic shortage of qualified and skilled workforce presents challenges for organizations planning to fill vacant professional roles. …

Assimilation of women student Veterans: Perceived interactions with race, ethnicity, and gender expression

Abstract:This phenomenological case study aimed to explore the transition of women student veterans from the military to higher education. As of 2021, women represented nearly 20% …

"I was not broken when I joined, I was when I left": Experiences of powerlessness among women Veterans

Abstract: Once military service is complete, personnel embark on a long metaphorical journey back to civilian life. This transition can be particularly complex for women. Armed …

Transitioning into engineering education: Diverse pathways of military Veterans

Abstract: Background: In the United States, there is increased demand to expand the engineering workforce. Many military veterans have received technical training that can be …

Validation of a clinician-administered diagnostic measure of ICD-11 PTSD and complex PTSD: The International Trauma Interview in a clinical sample of military Veterans

Abstract: Background: The International Trauma Interview (ITI) is the first clinician-administered diagnostic tool developed to assess posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and …

Veteran transition and mentoring motivation – From the views of military Veteran mentors

Abstract:Mentoring provides significant benefits for both mentors and mentees, particularly for military veterans transitioning to civilian life. This study is an exploration of …

Assessing Veteran perceptions of trauma-informed care in a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs skilled nursing setting

Abstract: Older veterans have an increased risk of lifetime trauma exposure compared to older civilians. Though few individuals develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they …

Perspectives on an integrated acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness meditation program: A qualitative study of Veterans with chronic pain

Abstract: To maximize the delivery and efficacy of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), there is a need to better understand the lived experiences of individuals undergoing …

Australian Veteran sexual health: '…you are the first person I've spoken to about it.'

Abstract: Background: Sexual health and functioning outcomes have been shown to be poor among veterans due to factors associated with military service, as well as barriers to …