Trends in insomnia diagnosis and sleep prescriptions in the COVID-19 peri-pandemic period among U.S. active duty service members

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Insomnia is a prevalent condition that can significantly impair cognitive function, emotional regulation, and overall health, particularly affecting …

Understanding factors associated with mental health treatment discharge outcomes among military-connected children and adolescents

Abstract: Children and adolescents in military families face a heightened risk of adverse mental health outcomes compared to their civilian peers. While research has enhanced our …

Upper gastrointestinal symptoms and Gulf War Illness in a clinical cohort of US Veterans: A retrospective, cross-sectional study

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Approximately 30% of the 700000 US Gulf War Veterans (GWVs) report symptoms collectively termed Gulf War Illness (GWI), a multisymptom illness of uncertain …

Using natural language processing to extract carotid stenosis severity from clinical notes to create a nationwide Veteran cohort

Abstract:Objective: The prevalence of moderate to severe asymptomatic carotid stenosis (i.e., atherosclerotic narrowing of the extracranial carotid arteries) is generally ∼6% and …

Validating 2 short form pain catastrophizing scales in active duty U.S. Army soldiers seeking chronic pain treatment

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The 13-item Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) is a self-report tool commonly used to measure the tendency to catastrophize chronic pain. Clinically, the …

A functional restoration program for active-duty service members with chronic pain: Do PTSD symptoms moderate response on physical function assessments?

Abstract:Introduction: Standard medical intervention for chronic pain may be less effective in the presence of co-occurring PTSD. Functional restoration programs (FRPs), which …

A retrospective cohort study of traumatic brain injury-exposed military population and reported outcomes and recovery: A military traumatic brain injury initiative study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) occurs after an external force on the brain results in injury and compromised ability to perform daily tasks. It is estimated …

ACTing with mindfulness for pain (AMP): A pilot randomized controlled trial of an integrated acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness meditation program

Abstract: Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is an empirically-supported psychotherapy for chronic pain. Although mindfulness is a key component of ACT, most ACT protocols do …

Artificial intelligence-enabled, real-time risk monitoring for substance use recovery in Veterans: An initial evaluation of the Behaivior Recovery Platform

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Substance use disorders (SUDs) are a growing concern in U.S. Military populations, including Veterans, reflecting both national trends and unique …

Association of anger and aggression with post-traumatic stress disorder and mild traumatic brain injury in U.S. service members

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Anger and aggression are strongly associated with PTSD. Less well established is their association with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and how specific …

Characterization of service members and Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury participating in the Department of Veterans Affairs intensive evaluation and treatment programs

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Over 514,000 active duty Service Members (SMs) have sustained traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) since 2000, with mild TBI (mTBI) emerging as the signature …

Cigarette smoking prevalence, nicotine dependence, and quit ratios among U.S. adult females by residence and military-veteran status: 2002–2023

Abstract: Objective: Examine nationally representative U.S. data to determine trends in cigarette smoking, nicotine dependence, and quit ratios among females by rurality and …