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Suicide among Scottish military veterans: follow-up and trends

Abstract: Objectives: The risk of suicide among UK military veterans remains unclear. Few recent studies have been undertaken, and most studies found no clear evidence of …

Contribution of mental ill health during military service to postservice benefit claims in the UK

Abstract: Objectives: While most UK military personnel transition successfully into civilian life, some experience unemployment and disability, which may be partly attributable to …

Dementia in military and veteran populations: a review of risk factors—traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, deployment, and sleep

Abstract: The military population face a unique set of risk factors that may increase the risk of being diagnosed with dementia. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic …

North East Lincolnshire Armed Forces Covenant Strategy and Action Plan 2021-2025

Abstract: This report details work and projects carried out in North East Lincolnshire to fulfill commitment to the Covenant, including the Military Human CPD Training, run by …

Combat and Operational Stress Programs and Interventions: A Scoping Review Using a Tiered Prevention Framework

Abstract: Beginning in 1999, Department of Defense policy directed the military services to develop Combat and Operational Stress Control (COSC) programs to address prevention, …

PTSD, depression, and suicidality among survivors of childhood sexual trauma (CST), military sexual trauma (MST), and sexual revictimization (CST + MST)

Abstract: Objective: Research to date has not examined how childhood sexual trauma (CST) followed by sexual trauma during military service (MST) relates to posttraumatic stress …

Differences in Burnout and Intent to Leave Between Women's Health and General Primary Care Providers in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Although they are a minority of patients served by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), women Veterans comprise a fast-growing segment of these patients and have …

Are Veterans Getting Their Preferred Depression Treatment? A National Observational Study in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: Physician responsiveness to patient preferences for depression treatment may improve treatment adherence and clinical outcomes. Objective: To examine …

The theatre as therapy for military veterans? Exploring the mechanisms which impact psychosocial well-being and social connections during theatre-based programmes

Abstract: Background: In many countries, performing arts and theatre practices are being employed with Armed Forces Communities. However, very little evidence exists outlining the …

‘Lashings of Grog and Girls’: Masculinity and Sexuality in the Rehabilitation of Facially Disfigured Servicemen in the Second World War

Abstract: This article explores the importance of masculinity in the rehabilitation experience of members of the Royal Air Force who were facially disfigured during the Second …

Maximising Operational Effectiveness: Exploring Stigma, Militarism, and the Normative Connections to Military Partners’ Support-Seeking

Abstract: Non-serving partners of personnel in the British military endure numerous challenges due to their association with the Armed Forces and complex systems of support exist …

Veterans and Animals: A Review of the Literature on well-being and Social Isolation and Recommendations during COVID-19

Abstract: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the negative consequences of social isolation on well-being, the authors wanted to better understand the impact animals have on Veteran …