New Zealand military Veterans' perceptions on health and well-being: A qualitative study

Abstract: Introduction: The study “The psychological and physical health and well-being of New Zealand contemporary Veterans” represents one of the few large population studies …

Psychometric evaluation of the tinnitus severity short form measure in Veterans and civilians

Abstract: PURPOSE: Tinnitus is the perception of sound that cannot be attributed to an external source, which can be distressing. There are several measures of tinnitus distress …

Psychometric validation of the self-compassion scale: Short form in two Canadian Armed Forces samples

Abstract: Introduction: Self-compassion, the tendency to have positive self-regard even in the face of failure and weakness, is an important protective factor for mental health in …

Strength beside the uniform: Understanding mental skills knowledge and applications within Canadian Armed Forces families

Abstract:Introduction: This study explores the knowledge, acquisition, and application of mental skills among Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) family members, a population often …

Symptom burden and care satisfaction in US military Veterans with ALS: Results of a national survey

Abstract: INTRODUCTION/AIMS: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) affects military veterans at a higher rate than the general civilian population. The aim of the present study is to …

Training to implement BE-ACTIV(VA), a behavioral intervention for depression in VA nursing homes: Staff satisfaction and efficacy

Abstract: Depression affects up to 40% of Veterans in Veterans Health Administration's nursing homes, known as Community Living Centers (CLCs). We adapted an evidence-based …

Combating social determinants with collective weapons: Social identities and health inequalities in Portuguese Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Exposure to traumatic experiences during military service can result in different psychological and social consequences for individuals and their close …

Does the VA risk analysis index overestimate frailty in patients with localized prostate cancer?

Abstract: INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: The Veterans Affairs (VA) Health System recently implemented the Risk Analysis Index (RAI) to assess frailty prior to surgery. Elevated RAI …

Geographic differences in cannabis use and cannabis use disorder in the US Veteran population

Abstract: Objective: To examine regional differences in cannabis use and probable cannabis use disorder (CUD) in US veterans. Methods: Participants (N = 2,441) were drawn from a …

Learning from mental health provider perspectives about Veterans Affairs community living center mental health integration and teamwork during the pandemic

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs requires integrated mental health (MH) services across programs, including 132 facility nursing homes (community living centers, CLCs). …

Prevalence of post-traumatic hypopituitarism in active-duty service members receiving comprehensive care for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and psychological health: A military mild TBI cohort study

Abstract: Objective: The prevalence of neuroendocrine dysfunction (NED) following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) remains obscure, with widely varying prevalence estimates. This …

Targeting chronic pain in primary care settings using behavioral health consultants: A pilot study implementing brief cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain

Abstract: Chronic pain is common among military service members, retirees, and families, yet non-pharmacologic options in primary care are limited. This pilot study evaluated the …