Rates of potentially morally injurious events, combat, and lifetime traumas among Black/African American, White, Hispanic/Latino/a/e and non-Hispanic/Latino/a/e U.S. combat Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs) involve transgressions of one's deeply held sense of right and wrong. Race-related stress may be a source of …

Tracing how the emergence of chronic pain affects military identity: A narrative inquiry of pain trajectories among Canadian Veterans

Abstract: Background/Objectives: Military identity serves as a foundational lens through which service members navigate the events of everyday military and civilian life. However, …

Veteran characteristics associated with risk of 30-day inpatient mental health (IMH) readmissions

Abstract: Repeated admissions to psychiatric inpatient services affect patients’ quality of life and may be indicative of the quality of care received during the previous …

Building back something remarkable from shattered pieces: An inquiry into military sexual trauma as shared online by Veteran women

Abstract: This study explored the lived experiences of eight women veterans regarding military sexual trauma (MST), as shared on two online social media platforms. The study …

Farm-based produce prescription program for rural Veterans: Lessons learned from a pilot program

Abstract: Providing fresh produce paired with cooking education (culinary medicine) can be used to support patients with diet-related health conditions and/or food insecurity. …

Treatment for co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorders among Veterans and civilians: A test of causally moderated comparative effectiveness

Abstract: Objective: The prevalence and negative sequelae of co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder (PTSD + SUD) are well documented. Findings from …

Asking the question: "Do you have a family member who has served?"-Caring for military-connected children in civilian healthcare settings

Abstract: Military-connected children (MCC) face unique healthcare challenges that are often overlooked in civilian clinical settings. These children may experience frequent …

Comparison of the pooled cohort and the PREVENT cardiovascular disease risk equations in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract:Over 1 million individuals suffer a first myocardial infarction (MI) or stroke annually in the United States. Prediction of those at high risk of atherosclerotic …

Double trouble - examining the co-occurrence of compulsive sexual behavior disorder and gambling disorder among two American samples

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Limited research has investigated the relationship between compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD) and gambling disorder (GD). Therefore, …

Evaluating the accuracy of the Veterans Health Administration's REACH VET suicide prediction model for legal involved Veterans

Abstract: The Veterans Health Administration's (VA) Recovery Engagement and Coordination for Health-Veterans Enhanced Treatment (REACH VET) suicide prevention program uses a model …

Invisible bodies of war: British servicewomen on covert operations in Northern Ireland

Abstract: Women were employed to operate covertly with British security forces and paramilitary organisations during the Troubles in Northern Ireland (1968-1998). However, the …

Peer-to-peer support in a suicidal crisis: Comparing traditional in-person training with virtual reality (VR) training among United States Air Force personnel

Abstract: Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and has risen over the past 15 years, including among military personnel. This study explores virtual reality (VR) …