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Reflecting on JMVFH’s most popular article of 2020: ‘Regulating posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms with neurofeedback: Regaining control of the mind’

Abstract:Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a complex and debilitating condition with high rates of treatment resistance among military and Veteran populations. Neurofeedback, …

What is the dietary intake and nutritional status of defence members: A systematic literature review

Abstract: Optimal diet and nutrition is vital for military readiness, performance and recovery. Previous research on military diets has primarily focused on the nutritional …

Characterizing Veteran suicide decedents that were not classified as high-suicide-risk

Abstract: Background: Although the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has made important suicide prevention advances, efforts primarily target high-risk patients with documented …

Examining posttraumatic cognitions as a pathway linking trauma exposure and eating disorder symptoms in Veteran men and women: A replication and extension study

Abstract: Trauma is a risk factor for eating disorders (EDs). Enhanced understanding of the pathways from trauma to EDs could identify important treatment targets. Guided by …

The association between perceived social support and mental health in combat-injured and uninjured male UK (ex-)military personnel: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Social support is a key determinant of mental health across multiple populations and contexts. Little is known about social support among UK (ex-)military personnel, …

Primary care management of sleep disturbances associated with concussion/mild traumatic brain injury in service members and Veterans

Abstract: Objective: To develop an evidence and consensus-based clinical recommendation (CR) regarding primary care management of insufficient and disturbed sleep associated with …

Progress toward meaning-as-goal and its association with pain, functioning, and global meaning and purpose among Veterans with co-occurring chronic pain and PTSD

Abstract: Background: Co-occurring chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with poorer physical and mental functioning and well-being. Treatments often …

The epidemiology of psychedelic use among United States military Veterans

Abstract: We sought to identify patterns of psychedelic use among United States military veterans, compare demographic variables and perspectives of those who did and did not …

The health of children in U.S. military families: Evaluation of the 2020-21 national survey of children's health

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The health of children and adolescents, particularly children of military families, is instrumental for military departments; yet, there has not been an …

Associations between avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder profiles and trauma exposure in Veteran men and women

Abstract: Objective: Trauma exposure, particularly interpersonal trauma, is prevalent among individuals with eating disorders (EDs), and trauma exposure and the subsequent …

Soldiering on: Resilience and protective factors in the post-9/11 U.S. Army Veteran cohort's civilian transition

Abstract: This qualitative dissertation employs Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to investigate the lived experiences of post-9/11 Army veterans and explore the …

Neuroinflammation and brain health risks in Veterans exposed to burn pit toxins

Abstract: Military burn pits, used for waste disposal in combat zones, involve the open-air burning of waste materials, including plastics, metals, chemicals, and medical waste. …