Cognitive training to increase resilience

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Warfighters must maintain an elevated level of readiness and psychological health (collectively referred to as "brain fitness") to facilitate optimal …

Comparing traumatic brain injury diagnoses, intensive care utilization, length of stay, and costs between Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs hospitals: A long-term impact of military-relevant brain injury consortium study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The paucity of health economics studies on traumatic brain injury (TBI) was highlighted in a recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, …

Effect of deployed cardiothoracic surgeons on clinical outcomes in U.S. service members with thoracic trauma in Operation Iraqi Freedom

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Conflicts related to Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) led to nearly 32,000 wounded U.S. service members, with thoracic injuries seen in 8.6% of casualties. Our …

Effect of service member serious mental health and physical injuries on the mental health of their spouses and children

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military service includes inherent risk of serious injury, especially during times of conflict. The negative impact of service member serious mental health …

Effects of sleep extension on cognitive performance in military-aged adults: A systematic review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: U.S. military service members (SM) rarely achieve enough sleep. Insufficient sleep in this population has been associated with deterioration of adequate …

Explosive ordnance disposal service members with traumatic brain injury demonstrate enhanced music skill acquisition in music therapy: Case series

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading concern in the military health system, affecting rehabilitation and quality of life of military-connected populations. …

Actual concordance between Veterans’ with Gulf War illness and their providers’ illness perceptions is not related to patient satisfaction nor treatment adherence

Abstract: Objective: Patients with persistent physical symptom (PPS) conditions, such as Gulf War Illness (GWI), report disagreement or “non-concordance” with their providers …

Hearing loss, health outcomes, and health behavior differences between active duty service members and recently separated Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The health disparities and health-related behaviors between Active Duty Service Members (ADSM) and Veterans are poorly understood. Our study aims to compare …

Home-based primary care in the Department of Veterans Affairs: Past, present, and future

Abstract: Launched in 1970, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Home‐Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program is a unique, well‐resourced model that has influenced the development …

Identifying priorities in behavioral health for military youth and families

Abstract: Military youth experience several stressors and barriers to behavioral health care similar to their civilian counterparts. However, these are often amplified by aspects …

Impact and care gaps of headache disorders in active-duty military personnel: A cross-sectional study from a European armed forces population

Abstract: Aim: Primary headache disorders such as migraine and tension-type headache are highly prevalent in military populations and may severely impact operational performance …

Implementation of brief cognitive behavioral therapy for suicide prevention in outpatient military clinics: A practice-based implementation network pilot

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Prioritization of evidence-based practices is a key principle of the strategy to reduce suicide among service members. Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy …