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Insomnia and unhealthy alcohol use in a national sample of women Veterans 50 years and older enrolled in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: In this study, we examined rates of insomnia and co-occurring unhealthy alcohol use in a national sample of women Veterans age 50 years and older. We further explored …

Health and Wellbeing Study of Serving and ex-Serving UK Armed Forces Personnel: Phase 4

Abstract: The study has been running since 2003 with the aim of investigating the impact of deployment to Iraq (Operation TELIC) and Afghanistan (Operation HERRICK) on the health …

How did COVID-19 change the delivery of embedded mental health services for U.S. Air Force Airmen? A qualitative look

Abstract: Introduction: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, in addition to increased mental health difficulties for society as a whole, brought unique challenges and …

Palliative care for refractory depressive symptoms in a female Veteran geriatric patient

Abstract: Psychiatric treatment options, such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), can be lifesaving for individuals suffering from severe mental illness. For individuals who are …

Latent profiles of drinking motives among trauma-exposed combat Veterans and civilians: A comparative investigation

Abstract: Trauma exposure and drinking motives (e.g., social, enhancement, coping) are both associated with increased alcohol use and related problems. Studies have frequently …

Mental health care for Veterans

Abstract: Mental health conditions, such as mood disorders and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), are common among veterans. Because of the unique demographic characteristics, …

Meaning in life (but not life satisfaction) moderates the effects of battlefield experiences on suicidal ideation and anxiety

Abstract: Objective: Although research has been conducted in the last decade distinguishing between meaning in life and life satisfaction, no research has examined whether their …

Provider decisions to use evidence-based psychotherapy for PTSD among Veterans: Assessments of overidentification with the sick role and comorbid personality disorders

Abstract: Despite being recommended as first-line treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the two evidence-based …

Sexual orientation moderates the association between health care utilization-related factors and mental health service nonutilization among United States military Veterans

Abstract: This study examined mental health treatment nonutilization among sexual minority versus heterosexual Veterans with demonstrated psychiatric need. Data were analyzed from …

The relationship of adverse childhood events, attachment styles, and presence and severity of mental health disorders in U.S. service members and Veterans

Abstract: Attachment styles exert a profound influence on individuals' socialization and relationship dynamics across various life domains. However, limited research has …

Transitioning an implementation research intervention to a sustained clinical service: Telehealth primary care mental health integration implementation in Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Often in implementation science efforts, an intervention originated by research funding does not continue in clinical practice after funding ends, or if it does, the …

Antecedents, reasons for, and consequences of suicide attempts: Results from a qualitative study of 89 suicide attempts among army soldiers

Abstract: Most studies aimed at understanding suicidal behavior have focused on quantifying the associations between putative risk factors and suicidal behavior in comparative …