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A scoping review of protective factors that contribute to posttraumatic wellbeing for trauma-exposed military service members and Veterans

Abstract: Military service members experience higher levels of cumulative trauma than the general population, increasing their risk of mental health problems. This scoping review …

UK Veterans from ethnic minority backgrounds

Abstract: This project was commissioned by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA), which leads UK Government efforts to ensure that the United Kingdom is the best place in the …

"I was not broken when I joined, I was when I left": Experiences of powerlessness among women Veterans

Abstract: Once military service is complete, personnel embark on a long metaphorical journey back to civilian life. This transition can be particularly complex for women. Armed …

The impact of marital status and education level on occupational stress and adjustment level among infantry soldiers in the United States Army

Abstract:This quantitative study examined whether marital status and education level influence the development of occupational stress and adjustment difficulties among active-duty …

Australian Veteran sexual health: '…you are the first person I've spoken to about it.'

Abstract: Background: Sexual health and functioning outcomes have been shown to be poor among veterans due to factors associated with military service, as well as barriers to …

Health-related quality of life after major extremity trauma: Qualitative research with military service members and clinicians to inform measurement of patient-reported outcomes

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand health-related quality of life (HRQOL) factors for adults who experience major extremity trauma, including limb …

Health-related quality of life after major extremity trauma: qualitative research with military service members and clinicians to inform measurement of patient-reported outcomes

Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand health-related quality of life (HRQOL) factors for adults who experience major extremity trauma, including limb …

The Veteran's identity journey: A qualitative exploration through social identity model of identity change

Abstract: The current study delves into the transition faced by military veterans upon their retirement from the armed forces. Retirees encounter various difficulties, primarily …

Changes to Veteran community reintegration research needed to address diverse needs of Veterans and their communities

Abstract: The authors issue a call to the field to address the expansive reintegration needs of Veterans and their communities. Developing inclusive Veteran community reintegration …

Toward increasing relevance of the US Army's deployment cycle resilience training: A quality improvement evaluation

Abstract: Introduction: The Deployment Cycle Resilience Training (DCRT) is a rebranded and revised version of the initial deployment resilience training called Battlemind, that was …

Veterans report enhanced openness to mental health treatment following wilderness therapy

Abstract: Many veterans struggle with their mental health, and wilderness therapies offer promising unconventional approaches that improve psychological symptoms. However, less is …

Factors associated with life satisfaction among Veterans enrolled in the Healthy Aging Project-Brain (HAP-B) psychoeducational class

Abstract: Healthy Aging Project-Brain (HAP-B) is a novel clinical psychoeducation offering developed to encourage engagement in activities associated with successful aging. HAP-B …