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Associations between PTSD, depression, aggression, and TBI screening status: Test of a conditional process model

Abstract: PTSD is associated with increased physical and psychological aggression in civilian, active duty, and veteran populations in the extant literature. That said, not all …

Transitioning to Civilian Life: The Importance of Social Group Engagement and Identity Among Australian Defence Force Veterans

Abstract: Veterans transitioning to civilian life after leaving the military face unique health concerns. Although there is a significant body of research exploring veterans’ …

Hardships at home: The portrayal of military families in traditional, military community, and military-focused news publications

Abstract: Scholars have described a divide between military and civilian culture, often focusing on the relationship between civilian communities and the Armed Forces and its …

Perspectives on military culture among Veterans with a recent suicide attempt: Illustrating gender differences and informing suicide prevention

Abstract: This article aims to expand our understanding of military culture as it relates to gender and veterans’ mental health, drawing from rich qualitative data. Fifty …

Where do i belong? conflicted identities and the paradox of simultaneous stigma and social aggrandizement of military veterans in organizations

Abstract: Military veterans often transition into the civilian workforce after serving in a nation’s armed forces. The process of integrating this unique class into organizations …

Queering the Study of U.S. Military Family Communication

Abstract: Military families in the United States reflect diverse family forms. They include not only “traditional” families but also single service members, women service …

Reentry and Recidivism: Comparison of Veterans and Nonveterans in a 3-year State Prison Release Cohort

Abstract: In the United States, 95% of people incarcerated in prisons will eventually return to the community; however, almost half will be rearrested at least once in the first …

Assessing Change in Participation in Clinical Evaluations of Deployed Veterans with Medically Unexplained Symptoms

Abstract: Many deployed veterans experience issues reintegrating into civilian life. Addressing this in a clinical setting can prove challenging; however, assessing participation , …

The Mystery Arts Box Project: a qualitative exploration of the experiences, benefits, and challenges of participating in a remotely delivered art and craft project for British veterans with visual impairment

Abstract: The clinical application of the arts among military personnel and veterans has been well documented, particularly in relation to service-related mental health …

Barriers and facilitators to mental healthcare for women veterans: a scoping review

Abstract: Background: Traditionally, veteran research and support have centred on the requirements of a predominantly male population. However, as female participation in the …

Who improves in trauma-focused treatment: A cluster analysis of treatment response in VA patients undergoing PE and CPT

Abstract: Background: Although most veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) benefit from evidence-based treatments, questions persist concerning the profiles of those …

The psychological effects of mesothelioma in the UK military context from the carer's perspective: A qualitative study

Abstract: Mesothelioma is an incurable asbestos-related cancer with a high symptom burden. Its long lead time means cases in the military context tend to be amongst veterans. …