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Psychiatric and substance use disorders predict poor outcomes in older Veterans with acute myeloid leukemia

Abstract: Venetoclax-based therapies combined with either a DNA methyltransferase inhibitor or low-dose cytarabine have become the standard frontline treatment for older or unfit …

Incidence and antecedents of emergent suicidal ideation and behavior among Veterans with serious mental illness receiving intensive case management

Abstract: Veterans with serious mental illness (SMI; i.e., schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, major mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder) are a high-risk group for suicide …

A customized neural transcranial magnetic stimulation target for functional disability among Veterans with co-occurring alcohol use disorder and mild traumatic brain injury: Protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) commonly co-occur, exacerbating symptoms and negatively impacting function. Co-occurring AUD …

Research and implementation of psychedelic-assisted therapy in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: The article discusses the research and potential implementation of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT) in the Veterans Health Administration (VA). It highlights the …

Trends in opioid use disorder in the Veterans Health Administration, 2005-2022

Abstract: Importance: Given the personal and social burdens of opioid use disorder (OUD), understanding time trends in OUD prevalence in large patient populations is key to …

Equine-assisted services for Veterans with PTSD: A meta-analysis

Abstract: Equine-assisted psychotherapy and therapeutic riding for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been increasingly studied but not meta-analyzed. We …

The role of camaraderie in the moods of African American U.S. military Veterans with PTSD: A qualitative phenomenological study

Abstract: The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to understand the essence of the collective lived experiences of United States military veterans of African …

Sense of coherence and past and/or present mental health problems among conscripts at military call-up in northern Finland

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Sense of coherence (SOC) refers to the psychosocial aspects and origins of health. Sense of coherence is related to physical and psychological health and …

Prevalence, correlates, and mental and physical health burden of cardiovascular disease in older U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and is associated with a range of demographic, military, trauma, and clinical …

Relationships between resilience, perceived social support, and mental health in military personnel: A cross-lagged analysis

Abstract: Background: Despite the growing application of the Dual-factor model of mental health (DFM), there is a paucity of research on military personnel. Additionally, existing …

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. …

The mental health of Chinese military personnel: A cross-sectional epidemiological study

Abstract: Backgrounds: Considering the crucial role of military personnel's mental health in the armed forces, society, and the nation, the present study aims to describe the …