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Study protocol and preliminary baseline characteristics of a VA multi-site, mixed methods, randomized controlled study evaluating supported employment provided to Veterans with opioid use disorder

Abstract: Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a pervasive and devastating public health crisis that continues to take a heavy toll on individuals and communities across the United States. …

Perceptions of women in U.S. Army combat units: A mixed-methods study post-gender integration

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of exposure to serving with women on male opinions about gender integration in the formerly all-male Infantry and …

To honor and defend: State- and individual-level analyses of the relationship between the US culture of honor and military service

Abstract: Understanding the factors that explain why some people are more likely to enlist in military service is an important endeavor for any nation that depends upon a voluntary …

Military spouse employment in the technology sector: VetsinTech roundtable proceedings

Abstract: In May 2023, VetsinTech hosted a policy roundtable to address the multifaceted challenges that military spouses face when pursuing tech education, employment, and …

Career boundary crossing: The importance of networks for the transition from the military to civilian employment

Abstract: Research on the transition from the military to civilian life tends to focus on challenges such as unemployment, alcoholism, violence, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder …

Hearing their stories: Tailoring human resources strategies for onboarding, job satisfaction, and retention of Veterans with disabilities in the civilian workforce

Abstract: Tailored HR strategies play an important role for veterans with disabilities (VWD) as they transition from the military to civilian employment by enhancing their job …

Navigating heroic expectations: How positive stereotypes impact Veterans’ occupational outcomes

Abstract: In American culture, military service is often revered and celebrated, yet veterans frequently face higher rates of unemployment and underemployment compared to …

Career choices: Exploring military migrants' justifications for their enlistment in the British Armed Forces

Abstract: Purpose; Using "on justification" theory, this article explores the rationality and justification of the West African military migrants for joining the British Armed …

A question of oversight: A naturalistic study of military Veteran perspectives on outreach events and readjustment resources

Abstract: Introduction: Few studies have explored how U.S. military Veterans perceive outreach events designed to aid in their transition out of military service. Responding to …

Reinventing selves: An emerging career transition model for military personnel

Abstract: This practitioner-oriented piece explores concepts related to how active military personnel might begin to prepare for their impending career transition to mitigate some …

'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 …

Lived experiences of Veterans navigating the path to entrepreneurship

Abstract: Over 200,000 service members transition into the civilian sector every year. This transition initiates a unique process that is different for every veteran based on …