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Outcomes from a posttraumatic growth-oriented program among Veterans: A quasi-experimental retrospective study

Abstract: Objective: The present study is a retrospective quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of the Warrior PATHH (WP) program at improving posttraumatic growth …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Management trends of urethral stricture disease: A two-decade (2000-2024) comparison between Veteran and civilian populations

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate trends in the prevalence of urethral stricture disease (USD) and treatment approaches within the veteran and civilian populations over the past two …

Population prevalence and correlates of tobacco use among U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Objectives U.S. military veterans are disproportionately affected by tobacco use. This study examines the prevalence and covariates of tobacco product use (TPU) among …

Prevalence, incidence, and progression of hip osteoarthritis in a young military population: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: Objective: Prevalence of hip osteoarthritis (OA) is rarely reported in young populations (e.g., military). We will report the prevalence of hip OA in a young military …

Wearable weight distribution devices for reducing injury risk: How varying amounts of body armor offloading affect biomechanics and comfort

Abstract: Soldiers experience high rates of back injuries from wearing heavy body armor. Wearable weight distribution devices that offload body armor weight to the hips might help …

Weight management for Black United States Veterans: Employee and patient perspectives

Abstract: Objective: Veterans who self-identify as Black (hereafter Black veterans) and use the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)’s MOVE!® Weight Management Program lose less …

Discharge disposition following acute ischemic stroke in the Veterans Health Administration: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to examine the discharge disposition of older adults who were hospitalized for an ischemic stroke in the Veterans Health …