Emotion regulation and coping in active military personnel: A systematic review

Abstract: Emotions significantly impact decision-making, teamwork, stress management, and resilience in high-pressure occupations such as the military, emergency services and …

Post–below-knee amputation venous thromboembolism and mortality in United States Veterans

Abstract: Background: Patients who undergo below-knee surgical amputation (BKA) are at risk of postoperative venous thromboembolism (VTE). Limited prior studies quantified the rate …

Reactivation of latent herpesviruses and a faulty antiviral response may contribute to chronic multi-symptom and multi-system illnesses in U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Chronic multi-symptom illness (CMI) is a broad term utilized by the Department of Veterans Affairs to refer to complex conditions of unknown etiology where individuals …

Relationship between specific posttraumatic stress symptoms and suicidality in a sample of American Veterans: A network analysis

Abstract: Background: Military veterans are at heightened risk for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidality, yet the relationship between specific posttraumatic stress …

Residential factors associated with mental health in United States Veterans, Air Force military, and Air Force employees

Abstract: Individuals in Westernized countries spend most of their time indoors. However, exploration of residential building factors that may influence occupants’ mental health …

Secondary traumatization among mental health officers who treat patients with non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal behaviour

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Military mental health officers (MHOs) often encounter soldiers who express distress through threats or attempts of self-injury or suicide. Research shows that …

Substance use and use disorders among Veterans on long-term opioid therapy

Abstract: Background: Few studies have reported on the prevalence and health risks associated with substance use and substance use disorder (SU/SUD) in Veterans who use long-term …

National Guard and Reserve families: A parent-led educational intervention

Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational module on improving parent's ability to identify National Guard and …

Neuromuscular electrical stimulation to maximize hip abductor strength and reduce fall risk in older Veterans: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Nearly half of all veterans are 65 years and older, and they have a higher prevalence of functional disabilities compared to the nonveteran population. …

Trends in cervical cancer screening modality in the active component U.S. military, 2013-2023

Abstract: Cervical cancer screening recommendations have evolved in the past 20 years. Several recent studies have reported on practice pattern changes in the U.S. in response to …

Veterans traumatic brain injuries and neurosurgical challenges: A narrative review

Abstract: BackgroundVeterans experience a high prevalence of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) due to combat-related incidents such as explosive blasts, penetrating injuries, and …

Identifying opioid relapse during COVID-19 using natural language processing of nationwide Veterans Health Administration electronic medical record data

Abstract: Novel and automated means of opioid use and relapse risk detection are needed. Unstructured electronic medical record data, including written progress notes, can be mined …