Abstract: The effectiveness of post-deployment screening for mental disorders has not been assessed in a randomised controlled trial. We aimed to assess whether post-deployment …
Abstract: Objective: To characterize the risk factors associated with overdose or serious opioid-induced respiratory depression (OIRD) among medical users of prescription opioids …
Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to calculate suicide rates and identify correlates of risk in the year following discharge from acute Veterans Health …
Abstract: The military–civilian transition is an important moment in the life course of Veterans. Collecting and interpreting data on psychosocial problems experienced during …
Abstract: This article examines how ex-servicemen’s memories of the First World War shaped their experience of working in civil defence during the Second. In response to ongoing …
Abstract: This article describes the methodology and the baseline characteristics of veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) enrolled in a multisite trial comparing …
Abstract: Background: Recruitment into clinical trials remains a key determinant to study completion and success. While various strategies have been proposed, it is unclear how …
Abstract: As a growing segment of the military, Native Americans are expected to increase enrollment in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare. Currently, 20% of Native …
Abstract: Some healthcare systems are relieving primary care providers (PCPs) of “the burden” of managing chronic pain and opioid prescribing, instead offloading chronic pain …
Abstract: Background: Higher levels of alcohol consumption have been observed in the UK armed forces compared with the general population. For some, this may increase the risk of …
Abstract: Objectives: To examine the risk of dementia associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the contribution of antipsychotic use to this risk. Design: …
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the outcomes of a therapeutic fly-fishing program for veterans with combat-related disabilities. A total of 40 veterans …