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Effect of surgical treatment on mental health, disability and quality of life in active military and law enforcement personnel with non-specific chronic low back pain: A retrospective study

Abstract: Background Military and law enforcement personnel face an increased risk of chronic low back pain (CLBP), yet evidence on the outcomes of surgical treatment in these …

Perceptions of military Veterans on contributing factors of post-service suicidal ideation

Abstract:Through the lens of the ecological systems theory, this quantitative dissertation study examines Veterans' perceptions of the risk variables of post-service suicidal …

Evaluating the interpersonal theory of suicide among post-9/11 Veterans: Suicidal desire and intent in the early transition to civilian life

Abstract: Relative to the civilian population, veterans are at elevated risk of dying by suicide. However, there have been few studies using the interpersonal theory of suicide …

Neighborhood socioeconomic disadvantage is not associated with adverse outcomes following elective spine surgery in older Veterans

Abstract: Background: In the US, over half of all cervical and lumbar arthrodesis spine surgeries are for people >= 60 years of age. The extent to which adverse outcomes vary by …

Evidence-based SGLT2 inhibitor and GLP-1 receptor agonist use by race in the VA healthcare system

Abstract: Importance: Adoption of novel therapeutics often lags for Black versus non-Hispanic White patients. Seminal clinical trials established the cardiovascular efficacy of …

Examining the implications of a masculinity contest culture on well-being and retention in a military context

Abstract: Masculinity contest cultures (MCCs) are prevalent in male-dominated organizations, with previous research showing the harmful effects for employees. MCCs value …

Comparing eating disorder examination questionnaire factor structures in Veteran men and women

Abstract: The present study aims to investigate the factor structure and measurement invariance by gender of the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q)—a commonly used …

Antihypertensive medication co-pay and adherence among Veterans receiving care within the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: Despite safe, effective, and relatively affordable antihypertensive therapies, blood pressure (BP) control remains suboptimal. One potential contributor is …

Associations of mental health disorders with cardiac rehabilitation participation among women and men Veterans

Abstract: Background: Mental health disorders disproportionately impact Veterans compared to their civilian counterparts. We evaluated the impact of mental health disorders on …

Impact of serious mental illness on clinical outcomes among Veterans with critical limb ischemia

Abstract: Background: A significant burden of mental illness is prevalent among veterans with critical limb ischemia (CLI). We designed a retrospective study using a large …

Low neuroticism as an indicator of resilience: A longitudinal study of Danish soldiers before, during and after deployment

Abstract: Background: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious and debilitating condition among military veterans. Exposure to potentially traumatic events (PTEs) may lead …