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Protective factors for mental disorders among survivors of military sexual trauma: A Canadian population-based study

Abstract: Objectives: Military sexual trauma (MST) is a prevalent issue among actively serving members and Veterans, and is associated with adverse health outcomes including mental …

Screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment for pain management for Veterans separating from military service: Study protocol of a hybrid type 2 study testing implementation facilitation versus training-as-usual

Abstract: Background: Veterans transitioning to civilian life often have chronic pain from service-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) with higher risk for substance misuse. …

Virtual coach-guided online acceptance and commitment therapy for chronic pain: Pilot feasibility randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Veterans are disproportionately affected by chronic pain, with high rates of pain diagnoses (47%-56%) and a 40% higher rate of prevalence of severe pain than …

Military sports recovery athletes' perspectives on role of the coach in athletes' well-being: The importance of supporting basic psychological needs

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the experiences of athletes in a competitive military sports recovery program with a specific focus on the extent to which …

The Val66Met variant of brain-derived neurotrophic factor is linked to reduced telomere length in a military population: A pilot study

Abstract: In military populations, gene-environment interactions can influence performance and health outcomes. Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a central nervous system …

Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation for warfighters with post-traumatic stress

Abstract: Background: While there is extensive empirical support and clinical guidance for the treatment of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder …

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 …

Armed Forces suicide prevention strategy and action plan

Abstract: This Armed Forces Suicide Prevention Strategy provides the strategic framework within which Defence will take further action to reduce suicide and better support those …

Associations among psychological health problems, intimate-relationship problems, and suicidal ideation among United States Air Force active-duty personnel

Abstract: Linkages among psychological health problems, intimate relationship distress, and suicide risk have been widely studied, but less is known about how these factors …

Examining sex-based delays in utilizing advocacy support services among Australian military Veterans: Implications for health care access and suicide prevention

Abstract: This study explores the impact of sex on delays experienced by Australian military veterans in accessing advocacy support services within the veterans' non-profit sector. …

Rethinking stigma: Prejudicial beliefs impact psychiatric treatment in US soldiers

Abstract: Two thirds of military personnel diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) do not engage in treatment. We examined the degree that prejudicial beliefs about …

The coping experiences of Black women spouses of Veterans diagnosed with PTSD

Abstract: This study delved into the experiences of Black women married to veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and their approaches to how they cope with …