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Racial and Ethnic Bias in the Diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder in Veterans

Abstract: Studies show that racially and ethnically minoritized veterans have a higher prevalence of alcohol use disorder (AUD) than White veterans. The investigators examined …

Trends in Cannabis Use Disorder Diagnoses in the U.S. Veterans Health Administration, 2005-2019

Abstract: In the United States, adult cannabis use has increased over time, but less information is available on time trends in cannabis use disorder. The authors used Veterans …

Evaluation of Antipsychotic Reduction Efforts in Patients With Dementia in Veterans Health Administration Nursing Homes

Abstract: Objective: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) each created initiatives to reduce off-label use of …

Racial Disparities in Clinical Outcomes of Veterans Affairs Residential PTSD Treatment Between Black and White Veterans

Abstract: Racial disparities across various domains of health care are a long-standing public health issue that affect a variety of clinical services and health outcomes. Mental …

Use of Health Services Among Post-9/11 Veterans With Mental Health Conditions Within 90 Days of Separation From the Military

Abstract: The Veterans Metrics Initiative is a longitudinal survey study examining the military-to-civilian transition of a cohort of new post-9/11 veterans. This study identified …

Psychiatric Disorder and Separation From Military Service: A 10-Year Retrospective Study

Abstract: Defense forces around the world are currently in highdemand, with sizable deployments in recent years to theMiddle East and other areas of conflict. Pressure to maintain …

Effect of Attention Training on Attention Bias Variability and PTSD Symptoms: Randomized Controlled Trials in Israeli and U.S. Combat Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Attention allocation to threat is perturbed in patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with some studies indicating excess attention to threat and …

Factors affecting help seeking for mental health problems after deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan

Abstract: Objective: This study assessed the prevalence of general medical problems, stress or emotional problems, and alcohol problems reported by members of the armed forces of …

Outcome of a Randomized Study of a Mental Health Peer Education and Support Group in the VA

Abstract: Study objectives were to compare mental health outcomes of a peer-led recovery group, a clinician-led recovery group, and usual treatment and to examine the effect of …