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Implementation and clinical impact of an interdisciplinary tool to promote skin integrity after flap surgery in Veterans with spinal cord injury

Abstract: CONTEXT/OBJECTIVE: Pressure injury (PrI) recurrence is common among persons with spinal cord injury and disorders (SCI/D) who undergo reconstructive flap surgery for …

Thought content, thought function, acceptance and adaptation over time: Experiences of Turkish Veterans and their spouses whose cognitive functions are affected by PTSD

Abstract: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) induced by war and conflict can impact the cognitive functions of both traumatized veterans and their spouses. This qualitative …

'Too early to sit back and play golf': Veterans' perspectives for second career

Abstract: Defense Veterans possess valuable skills and are within working age upon retirement, yet only a fraction successfully transitions into second careers. This research …

Effective military mental health considerations in Navy basic training

Abstract: The U.S. military has been met with challenges in manning to meet mission requirements over the past several years. As the number of waivers approved has progressively …

Interpersonal and trauma-related guilt moderate the relationship between intensity of combat experiences and suicidality

Abstract: Suicide rates in military-affiliated communities remain elevated since the dawn of the Global War on Terror, despite substantial efforts by clinicians and researchers. …

Cannabis use and cannabis use disorder among U.S. adults with psychiatric disorders: 2001-2002 and 2012-2013

Abstract: Background: Rates of cannabis use disorder (CUD) have increased disproportionately among Veterans Administration (VA) patients with psychiatric disorders compared to …

Supporting student Veterans' physical activity in their transition to university

Abstract: Identifying physical activity promoting opportunities within the university setting offers a promising avenue to enhance student veterans' transition to a healthy …

Women Veterans as caregivers: Characteristics and comparisons with women non-Veterans using BRFSS

Abstract: Veterans frequently need assistance because of injuries and chronic conditions, but also serve as caregivers to family and friends. Our aim was to describe the prevalence …

Aging women Veterans' health and well-being: Social and developmental perspectives

Abstract: Women have played critical roles in military and civilian capacities within warzones throughout history, yet their contributions and experiences often remain …

Addressing spiritual needs of Veterans post-incarceration: A needs assessment

Abstract: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) offers spiritual supports to Veterans nationally through its Chaplaincy Service and its Whole Health initiative. There are no …

Are Veterans willing to assist with firearm safety for suicide prevention?

Abstract: Veterans in the United States are affected by suicide at higher rates than the general population. This may be due to a higher probability for veterans to use more lethal …

Perceptions of overall health differences among Veterans across marital statuses

Abstract: We examined the relationship between substance use, marital status, and perceived overall health using national data from a sample of 1,506 retired active-duty veterans. …