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Relationship between the sense of belongingness and loneliness among U.S. Army active-duty soldiers and Veterans

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate differences in the sense of belonging and loneliness among U.S. Army active-duty soldiers and veterans. A total of 22 active-duty soldiers …

Military spouses' perceptions of their resilience

Abstract: Military spouses face many challenges as a result of the military lifestyle. Much focus has been placed on enhancing the resilience of military spouses by both the …

Narrating the sociocultural experience and management of stigma related to military caregiving

Abstract: Despite accelerating the recovery and rehabilitation of wounded veterans and saving the U.S. substantial sums in avoided long-term care costs, military caregivers (MCs) …

The association between food insecurity and intimate partner violence among U.S. army soldiers

Abstract: Food insecurity in the military ranges between 25% and 33%, significantly higher than the 10.5% for civilians reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The primary …

To calm and to commend: Veterans' musical preferences anticipating end of life

Abstract: Introduction: Since World War 1, physicians have noted the calming effects of music for military personnel experiencing "shell shock," Post Traumatic Stress Disorder …

Well-being domains in U.S. Military Veterans: identifying modifiable factors to promote whole health

Abstract: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is actively transitioning away from a disease-centric model of healthcare to one that prioritizes disease prevention and the …

Understanding the lived experience of military-to-civilian transition and post-service life among non-UK Veterans

Abstract: The UK Armed Forces have an established history of recruiting non-native citizens, including individuals from the Commonwealth and Ireland, as well as Nepalese nationals …

A workplace health promotion program for a predominantly military population: associations with general health, mental well-being, and sustainable employability

Abstract: Due to the globally increasing life expectancies, many countries are raising their official retirement age to prevent labour shortages and sustain retirement systems. …

Animal-assisted interventions for military families: A systematic review

Abstract: Introduction: The incorporation of animals into interventions focused on military families is a relatively new concept. Though animal-assisted interventions (AAIs) have …

Qualitative case study on the disability acceptance experiences of soldiers with disabilities

Abstract: Purpose: This study comprehensively examines the disability acceptance experience of individuals who become disabled following accidents in the military after enlistment. …

Adjusting to a partner's changed appearance following military combat-related appearance-altering injuries: the challenges of looking 'different' and how life continues

Abstract: Combat-related physical injuries not only affect the individual but also close family members. Emerging evidence indicates that injuries that change appearance, such as …

Insufficient sleep and behavioral health in the military: a 5-country perspective

Abstract: Purpose of review: The goal of this paper was to highlight the degree to which sleep, behavioral health, and leader involvement were interrelated using data from …