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Associations of chronic pain and PTSD factors among military personnel: An exploration of the mutual maintenance model

Abstract: Introduction: Chronic pain is common among Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) service members and Veterans. This has prompted investigators to develop theoretical models that …

Impact of gender identity field in the Veterans Health Administration electronic health record, 2016‒2023

Abstract: Objectives: To distinguish differences in physical and mental health between transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) veterans identified via diagnostic codes, …

Self-perceptions of mental health among US Veterans and non-Veterans: Behavioral risk factor surveillance system, 2022

Abstract: Introduction: Veteran and other service member sub-populations have an increased likelihood of mental illness. Diagnosed mental health conditions among Veteran …

An analysis of the U.S. Department of Defense's military health readiness assessments

Abstract: Congress mandates that the Department of Defense (DoD) assess and monitor the health readiness of the armed forces. Accordingly, DoD implements a suite of health …

The core competency model for military (CCM-M): A suicide prevention training approach for working with military populations

Abstract: Suicide remains a pressing problem for the United States military. Recent federal efforts espoused best suicide prevention clinical guidelines and policy-focused …

Reaching Veterans with cooccurring mental health conditions through the VA whole health system of care

Abstract: Objective: To examine the extent to which the Veterans Health Administration Whole Health System of Care (VA Whole Health) has reached Veterans with multiple mental …

A pilot study of twice-weekly group-based written exposure therapy for Veterans in residential substance use treatment: Effects on PTSD and depressive symptoms

Abstract: Background: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is highly comorbid with substance use disorders (SUDs), resulting in high prevalence of PTSD among individuals in …

The impact of Reich’s vegetotherapy on emotional regulation and postural balance in military personnel: A non-pharmacological approach to combat stress

Abstract: Military operations subject soldiers to intense stress, which can adversely affect both their emotional regulation and physical balance. This study examines the …

The interaction between alcohol misuse and belongingness on suicidal ideation among military personnel

Abstract: Previous research suggests a high prevalence of suicidal ideation among military personnel. Suicidal ideation is associated with suicide attempts and death. This study …

Comparing the cognitive bias scale and cognitive bias scale of scales to other personality assessment inventory validity scales for detecting noncredible memory dysfunction in a clinical Veteran sample

Abstract: Introduction: The Cognitive Bias Scale (CBS) and the three Cognitive Bias Scale of Scales (CB-SOS) were developed for the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) to assess …

Navigating mental health risks among Australian military Veterans: Insights for general practice

Abstract: Introduction: Between 40% and 60% of military Veterans who experience mental health problems are not seeking the formal help they need. However, the use of general …