Tobacco Product Use Among Military Veterans — United States, 2010–2015

Abstract: In 2015, an estimated 18.8 million U.S. adults were military veterans (1). Although the prevalence of tobacco attributable conditions is high among veterans (2), there …

Veterans and Violence: An Exploration of Pre-enlistment, Military and Post-Service Life

Abstract: Despite growing criminological interest in the many ex-service personnel mired within the UK’s criminal justice system, there remains a paucity of qualitative research …

A Qualitative Exploration of the Experiences of Veterans Who Are Serving Sentences in Custody

Abstract: The focus on veterans in research is not a novel topic; however, the majority of studies are related to trauma, employment, mental health, suicide, and substance misuse. …

A Review of Traumatic Brain Injury in Military Veterans: Current Issues and Understanding

Abstract: The occurrence of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) is common, with military veterans being at particular risk, especially those undertaking combat roles. However, there …

Recent Intimate Partner Violence and Housing Instability Among Women Veterans

Abstract: Women Veterans are at increased risk of both housing instability and intimate partner violence compared with their non-Veteran counterparts. The objectives of the …

Exploring cross-lagged associations between spiritual struggles and risk for suicidal behavior in a community sample of military veterans

Abstract: Background: There is consensus that struggles with religious faith and/or spirituality likely contribute to risk for suicidal behavior in military populations. However, …

Loneliness is closely associated with Depression Outcomes and Suicidal ideation among Military Veterans in primary care

Abstract: Although the substantial influence of social relationships on health is well-known, studies that concurrently examine the influence of varying dimensions of social …

Experiences of children exposed to parental post-traumatic stress disorder while growing up in military and veteran families : a systematic review protocol

Abstract: The objective of this review is to understand how parental Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) might impact children growing up in military and veteran families. The …

MP84-09 Low Compliance to Post-Vasectomy Semen Analysis Guidelines in Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Post-vasectomy semen analysis (PVSA) is required to confirm the success of vasectomy per AUA guidelines. However, patient compliance to PVSA …

Treatment Experiences Among LGBT Veterans with Discrimination-based Trauma Exposure: A Pilot Study

Abstract: Past research suggests that rates of trauma exposure and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are elevated among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) veterans …

Sexual vs. Non-sexual trauma, sexual satisfaction and function, and mental health in female veterans

Abstract: Trauma in general, and sexual assault in particular, is associated with serious mental health and functional problems. The quality of sexual satisfaction/function may be …

Veteran‐Centred Content in Medical Education

Abstract: Veterans have unique experiences that warrant special consideration in health care. Unfortunately, training in veteran-centred care has not been a clear focus of medical …