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Suicidal thoughts and behaviors do not influence Veterans' alcohol use disorder or posttraumatic stress disorder recovery trajectories in a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB) are elevated among individuals with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The highest STB …

Potential mediators of the effects of clinical hypnosis, mindfulness meditation, and pain education on chronic pain in Veterans

Abstract: Psychological interventions have reliable but modest effects on chronic pain outcomes, but our understanding of the mechanisms that underlie these effects remains …

Examination of changes in suicide cognitions during an intensive treatment program for posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Suicide remains a significant clinical concern for military service members and veterans. One approach to reducing suicide risk has been to treat psychiatric disorders …

Cognition improvement in U.S. Veterans undergoing treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder: Secondary analyses from a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Cognitive dysfunction is a hallmark of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Although treatments effectively reduce core PTSD symptoms, limited research has examined …

Feasibility randomized controlled trial of the mobile anger reduction intervention for Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Dysregulated anger is a prevalent concern for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and is associated with negative psychosocial outcomes. The tendency to …

Predictors of PTSD symptom reduction in a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled clinical trial

Abstract: Objective: In a secondary analysis of a randomized, sham-controlled trial, we prospectively investigated baseline comorbidities, demographics, and intervention as …

Identification and management of incidental findings in a Veteran's lung cancer screening program

Abstract:Background: Incidental findings (IFs) are common on low dose CT obtained during lung cancer screening (LCS). The identification and management of clinically significant …

Treatment outcomes of sexual minority women (SMW) Veterans with military sexual trauma (MST)

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Although sexual minority women (SMW) veterans are disproportionately impacted by military sexual trauma and its negative consequences, little research has …

SmART-TBI: A fully remote protocol for a placebo-controlled double-masked randomized clinical trial for a dietary supplement to improve sleep in Veterans

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is associated with sleep disturbances and cognitive impairment, with limited effective therapeutic strategies. Our previous work showed …

Effect of cannabigerol on sleep and quality of life in Veterans: A decentralized, randomized, placebo-controlled trial

Abstract: Introduction: This decentralized, randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluated efficacy and safety of oral cannabigerol (CBG) in Veterans with sleep …

The impact of a Spanish online and telephone intervention for caregivers of Veterans post-stroke: Findings on caregiver burden

Abstract: Background/Objectives: Hispanic caregivers report higher levels of burden and poorer mental health compared to non-Hispanic caregivers. While problem-solving …

Adaptation of the Motivational Interviewing Skills Code to identify client language predicting reduced opioid use risk and increased use of alternative pain care strategies in Veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Motivational Interviewing may be an ideal communication style to use in conjunction with Collaborative Care to address opioid risk, as it can facilitate the …