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Unveiling the Influence of Competitive Sports on the Sense of Self and Identity of Disabled Veterans: A Systematic Review and Mixed-Methods Synthesis

Abstract: Veterans can encounter identity struggles upon departure from the military which are intensified if veterans have sustained a disability or life altering injury. Physical …

Loneliness, Social Isolation, and Cardiovascular Disease among Nonveteran and Veteran Women

Abstract: We examined the prospective associations of social isolation and loneliness with incident cardiovascular disease (CVD) among aging nonveteran and veteran women, and …

The Impact of Race and Ethnicity on Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Outcomes within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)

Abstract: We performed a retrospective chart review of 6266 randomly selected DLBCL patients treated in the VHA nationwide between 1/1/2011 and 12/31/2021. The 3178 patients who …

Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation, Loneliness and Unmet Social Needs

Abstract: Military widow/ers can experience spousal death suddenly and in traumatic circumstances. Evidence shows that this experience often has a long-term effect on surviving …

Cognitive–Behavioural Conjoint Therapy Versus Prolonged Exposure for PTSD in Military Service Members and Veterans: Results and Lessons from a Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract: Background: Military personnel and veterans are at heightened risk for exposure to traumatic events and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as intimate …

Veterans’ Exposure to News Portrayals of Military-Related Posttraumatic Stress and Support for Government Health Interventions: Influences of Stigma and Halo Communication

Abstract: This study interrogates the nature by which media perpetuates and potentially preempts stigma about military-related posttraumatic stress. Indeed, addressing the stigma …

Potentially Morally Injurious Experiences and Associated Factors Among Dutch UN Peacekeepers: A Latent Class Analysis

Abstract: Background: During peacekeeping missions, military personnel may be involved in or exposed to potentially morally injurious experiences (PMIEs), such as an inability to …

A rapid review of literature on first episode psychosis among United States military service members

Abstract: Current literature does not thoroughly examine the development or treatment of first episode psychosis (FEP) among active duty service members. We conducted a rapid …

Male sex and hazardous alcohol use following military sexual assault increase suicide risk among US service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Higher alcohol use and military sexual assault (MSA) are associated with increased risk of death by suicide. Risk for death by suicide is rapidly increasing …

Desired employment and local social support: The strongest predictors for wellbeing outcomes amongst the partners of Australian military members

Abstract: Enhancing wellbeing amongst partners of current serving military personnel is a growing area of interest and concern. Because of their military connection, partners of …

Rethinking Veteran return trips from a relational perspective: Partner's role in challenging military discourses

Abstract: The voices of women with a military partner are often unheard in research on military deployments and their aftermath, even though partners are seen as key pillars of …

Effects of mhealth applications on military personnel's physical and mental health: A systematic review

Abstract: This systematic review examined the effects of mobile health (mHealth) apps on the physical and mental health outcomes of military personnel. Fourteen studies (10 RCTs, 4 …