Management of traumatic brain injury in a large-scale combat environment

Abstract: The United States Armed Forces face the potential reemergence of large-scale combat operations (LSCO) as the predominant operating environment of the 21st century as a …

Mental health disorders associated with mammography receipt among women Veterans

Abstract: Background: Women experiencing mental health disorders (MHD) have shown lower preventive mammography screening rates. Studies in veterans have shown inconsistent results …

Multidimensional qualities of sleep health following serious physical combat injuries: A latent class analysis: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: This paper aims to report on multidimensional qualities of sleep health using Latent Class Analysis (LCA) in the ADVANCE study: a cohort of UK Armed Forces personnel who …

Association of potential morally injurious events, moral injury and somatic symptoms of health in UK military Veterans: A cross-sectional study

Abstract:Background: Moral injury can follow exposure to three types of potentially morally injurious event (PMIE). Both PMIE exposure and moral injury are associated with poor …

Public perceptions of gambling in the UK Armed Forces: Understanding stigma via a vignette experiment

Abstract: Gambling-related harm among armed forces (AF) personnel is a growing concern, yet public perceptions remain underexplored. Anticipated public stigma (the fear of how …

Relationships between vestibular dysfunction and cognitive performance in military Veterans with mild to moderate TBI

Abstract: Objective: Vestibular dysfunction is common following mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and impacts quality of life. However, little is known regarding the …

Differences among U.S. military personnel evacuated for psychiatric conditions from the Iraq and Afghanistan combat theaters

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The U.S. military launched various combat operations following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on America. This included Operation Enduring Freedom …

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 moral injury-related content on reasoning and its neural correlates: Data from the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)

Abstract: Recently, there has been growing interest in understanding the causes and consequences of moral injury-defined as the functionally impairing psychological, biological, …

The wounded face in uniform: Surgical reconstruction and identity restoration in military facial trauma

Abstract: Facial trauma in military personnel carries psychological implications that extend beyond physical injury. Because the face is closely tied to identity, recognition, …

“Welcome home”: Exploring the role of campus Veteran offices in addressing health concerns among student Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Campus veteran offices aid student veterans in the processing of their education benefits. Many also provide other services and a sense of community for their …

The effect of simulated altitude on vision in military personnel following small-incision lenticule extraction

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The United States (U.S.) Military has been performing laser refractive surgery to enhance combat readiness, operational capability, and the quality of life …