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Assessment and management of patients at risk for suicide: Synopsis of the 2024 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and U.S. Department of Defense clinical practice guidelines

Abstract: Description: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) updated the 2019 joint clinical practice guideline (CPG) for assessing and …

The interpersonal theory of suicide risk in male U.S. service members/Veterans: The independent effects of perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness

Abstract: Introduction: Suicide rates remain high among US military service member/veteran (SM/V) males with overall trends showing an upward trajectory. Several empirical studies …

The interpersonal theory of suicide risk in male US service members/Veterans: The independent effects of perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness

Abstract: Introduction: Suicide rates remain high among US military service member/veteran (SM/V) males with overall trends showing an upward trajectory. Several empirical studies …

Exploring the impact of the Caring Contacts intervention on the stress and distress of Veterans and service members: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Suicide is a recognized global public health problem that continues to pose substantial challenges in the United States. Veterans and service members are …

Well-being and suicidal ideation in U.S. Veterans: Age cohort effects during military-to-civilian transition

Abstract: Introduction: Life transitions often bring stress and uncertainty and may lead to poor long-term health outcomes if not navigated successfully. Every year over 200,000 …

Gender and ethnoracial disparities in Veterans’ trauma exposure prevalence across differing life phases

Abstract: Background: Veterans show increased vulnerability to trauma exposure. Yet, there is limited research examining Veterans’ prevalence of experiencing different trauma …

Diagnosis of alcohol use disorder and deaths related to alcohol, drug overdose, or suicide among post-9/11 active duty service members and Veterans following traumatic brain injury

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: The association between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) is known, but the extent of TBI's role in developing AUD remains unclear. …

A qualitative investigation of Veterans' perceived barriers to medication treatment for opioid use disorder

Abstract: Aim: Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a significant public health concern for ~70,000 United States veterans. While Medication treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD; e.g., …

Male sex and hazardous alcohol use following military sexual assault increase suicide risk among US service members and Veterans

Abstract: Aim: Higher alcohol use and military sexual assault (MSA) are associated with increased risk for death by suicide. Risk for death by suicide is rapidly increasing among …

Anger mediates the relationship between changes in alcohol use and violence: A longitudinal examination among Iraq/Afghanistan-era Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Interpersonal violence is a common barrier to reintegration into civilian life in post-9/11 veterans. Alcohol use and anger, also common among veterans, are …

Could war Veterans be also victims? Mental health correlates of self-reported victimhood status among military personnel in Colombia

Abstract: There is a growing awareness regarding the potential mental health repercussions stemming from war-related trauma experienced by both civilians and veterans. However, the …

Effects of a mobile mindfulness smartphone app on posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms and alcohol use problems for Veterans: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Objective: Veterans returning from deployment have high rates of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and co-occurring alcohol use disorder (AUD). Current treatments for …