Linking pathological narcissism to posttraumatic stress disorder in Veterans

Abstract: Combat deployments are stressful life events that confer risk for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans. Typically, PTSD is conceptualized as being caused by …

Higher gender role stress and depressive severity increase suicide risk among male military service members and Veterans

Abstract: Suicide risk is a top clinical and research priority in male military populations, with interpersonal strain identified as a key risk factor. Masculine gender role …

The association between Gulf War illness and suicidal thoughts and behaviors among Gulf War era Veterans

Abstract: The rate of death by suicide is elevated among Veterans of all eras. Chronic symptoms of pain, depression, and sleep disturbances are also common among Veterans, and …

Noise-induced hearing loss in Turkish special forces personnel

Abstract: Noise-induced hearing loss is a significant occupational hazard for police personnel. Intense noise from training and military activities can permanently damage the inner …

Promoting adherence to a yoga intervention for Veterans with chronic low back pain

Abstract: Background: Research demonstrates that yoga can be effective for improving chronic low back pain (cLBP) among military veterans and non-veterans. Attendance of yoga …

Behavioral health care use after initiation of emergency dispatches during Veterans crisis line contacts

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The authors estimated associations between emergency dispatches initiated by Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) responders and use of U.S. Department of Veterans …

Outcomes of amputation and limb salvage in combat injuries: Does level of injury matter? A secondary analysis of Military Extremity Trauma Amputation/Limb Salvage (METALS) study data

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The Lower Extremity Assessment Project (LEAP) and Military Extremity Trauma Amputation/Limb Salvage Study (METALS) reported conflicting results with respect …

Health-related quality of life after major extremity trauma: Qualitative research with military service members and clinicians to inform measurement of patient-reported outcomes

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand health-related quality of life (HRQOL) factors for adults who experience major extremity trauma, including limb …

Health-related quality of life after major extremity trauma: qualitative research with military service members and clinicians to inform measurement of patient-reported outcomes

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand health-related quality of life (HRQOL) factors for adults who experience major extremity trauma, including limb …

The association of risk-related behaviors and mental health symptomatology on problematic alcohol use among U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard soldiers

Abstract: Objective: We sought to examine the association of risk behaviors (i.e., risk perception, risk-taking/impulsivity, and sensation-seeking) and mental health symptomatology …

Common interventional procedures for chronic non-cancer spine pain: A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomised trials

Abstract:Objective: To address the comparative effectiveness of common interventional procedures for chronic non-cancer (axial or radicular) spine pain. Design: Systematic review …

Positive-Expectancy Factors on Long-Term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms: A Prospective 2-Year Follow-Up Investigation Among Military Veterans

Abstract: Military personnel are trained throughout their career for wartime, yet the expectation and the valence associated with being in combat differs quite extensively. Despite …