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Early targeted heart rate exercise is safe and may hasten return-to-duty in service members with acute concussion, a preliminary study

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the feasibility of an exercise tolerance assessment and intervention added to the Progressive Return to Activity Clinical Recommendations (PRA-CR) …

The effect of companion dog adoption on loneliness in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: An exploratory study

Abstract: This exploratory study is a secondary analysis of a pilot randomized trial (N = 19) that examined the impact of companion dog adoption on loneliness in military veterans …

Social Support and Social Stress Among Suicidal Inpatients at Military Treatment Facilities: A Multidimensional Investigation

Abstract: The associations between social support and stress with internalizing symptoms (depressive symptoms and hopelessness) and hazardous drinking were tested in an inpatient …

Spinal magnetic stimulation to treat chronic back pain: A feasibility study in Veterans

Abstract: Aim: Chronic low back pain represents a significant societal problem leading to increased healthcare costs and quality of life. This study was designed to evaluate the …

A peer Veteran approach to the caring letters suicide prevention program: Preliminary data

Abstract: Caring Letters is a prevention program aimed at reducing suicide risk; however, clinical trials indicate mixed results among military and veteran samples. The present …

Durability of deep transcranial magnetic stimulation for Veterans with treatment resistant depression with comorbid suicide risk and PTSD symptoms

Abstract: Evidence supports transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as an effective treatment for symptoms of depression and PTSD; however, there has been limited investigation …

Promotion of successful weight management in overweight and obese Veterans (POWER-VET): Trial design and methods

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Almost 75% of US adults are overweight or obese. Though intentional weight loss of as little as 3% improves physical functioning and reduces cardiometabolic …

Written exposure therapy for Veterans with co-occurring substance use disorders and PTSD: Study design of a randomized clinical trial

Abstract: There are high rates of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among treatment-seeking veterans with substance use disorders (SUD). While addiction programs traditionally …

An ancient psychedelic for traumatic brain injury

Abstract: In military veterans with traumatic brain injury, treatment with ibogaine plus magnesium led to dramatic clinical improvements and a favorable safety profile; further …

Implementation of a primary prevention program for posttraumatic stress disorder in a cohort of professional soldiers (PREPAR): protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that can manifest after a traumatic event where the individual perceives a threat to his or her …

Pain in your day? get sleep treatment anyway! the role of pain in insomnia treatment efficacy in women Veterans

Abstract: Insomnia and pain disorders are among the most common conditions affecting United States adults and veterans, and their comorbidity can cause detrimental effects to …

The cortisol awakening response in a 3 month clinical trial of service dogs for Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Recent literature suggests that service dogs may be a valuable complementary intervention option for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among military veterans due to …