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Individual and organisational factors contributing to the mental health and suicide risk of current and ex-serving Navy clearance divers

Abstract: ObjectiveMilitary service is inherently stressful, and a high prevalence of mental ill-health and suicide is reported among the veteran community. The current study …

Once a soldier, always a soldier until you're not: The effect of identity loss on mental health and well-being following military discharge

Abstract: An report from the Australian Royal Commission on Veteran Suicide has suggested that transition-related losses (loss of purpose, identity, and culture) adversely affect …

Risk and protective factors associated with adjustment to military relocation: A pilot study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military relocations represent an opportunity for growth and a potential risk in terms of psychological adjustment. Although relocation is common in the …

U.S. Veterans’ reintegration challenges: Policies, impacts, and reforms

Abstract: This paper provides a comprehensive examination of U.S. veterans’ reintegration challenges in the post-2009 era, emphasizing comparative policy initiatives, long-term …

Balance and blend: Quality of life and work-life balance in military reservist band directors

Abstract:Despite the research on work-life balance and stress management in various fields and stages of life, the perspectives of music educators serving in the military as …

Digital health resilience and well-being interventions for military members, Veterans, and public safety personnel: Environmental scan and quality review

Abstract: Background: Accessible mental health care, delivered via mobile apps or web-based services, may be essential for military members, public safety personnel (PSP), and …

Participation of Veterans Affairs medical centers in coordinated care networks to address Veterans' social needs

Abstract: The article explores the participation of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs) in AmericaServes, a coordinated care network aimed at addressing the health-related …

Psychological health and safety in the Canadian Defence Team

Abstract: This study assessed attitudes, perceptions, and experiences related to psychological health, organizational culture, and retention among Defence Team (DT) personnel. The …

Social isolation of deployed military personnel: Exploring mitigation through digital communications

Abstract:This descriptive qualitative study was designed to explore how former military members describe their preparedness and use of digital communications to reduce the feeling …

Well-being among Canadian Armed Forces men and women: The roles of poor work-life balance and organizational support

Abstract: The military and family can be demanding institutions with competing priorities that can cause poor work-life balance. This study examined the role of work-life balance …

Burnout, morale, and psychological safety among designated group members in Canada’s military

Abstract: Research shows that designated group members (DGMs; women, Indigenous individuals, persons with disabilities (PwDs), and racialized people) in the Canadian Armed Forces …