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Creative arts and healing among Veterans: Impacts of community-based photography workshops on Veterans’ well-being and quality of life

Abstract: Background: The Odyssey Project is a unique non-clinical participatory photography program for veterans. We evaluated the Odyssey Project’s impact on participants’ …

Patient engagement activities and infrastructure among US Veterans Affairs national research networks

Abstract: Background: Meaningful engagement of patients in the research process is a growing component of learning health systems; however, few studies have examined efforts to …

Predictors of adjustment to life after service among Canadian military Veterans

Abstract:The transition out of military service and into civilian life represents a considerable challenge for many military veterans. In this study we used mixture growth modeling …

Lessons from RAND research on how nonprofit organizations help Veterans thrive after service

Abstract: Statement for the Record submitted to U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs on November 5, 2025.

DVA suicide prevention implementation plan 2025–2031: Stage 1

Abstract: Stage One of the plan outlines five key objectives to be delivered across the first two years of the Framework’s lifespan, and within the parameters of existing funding …

Disability status, employment, and access to vocational rehabilitation services among rural Veterans with physical and mental health conditions

Abstract: Background: Veterans living in rural settings, especially those with chronic conditions, face unique challenges in accessing employment opportunities. Objective: This …

Disability status, employment, and access to vocational rehabilitation services among rural Veterans with physical and mental health conditions

Abstract: Background: Veterans living in rural settings, especially those with chronic conditions, face unique challenges in accessing employment opportunities. Objective: This …

Constructing military cultural competence in counseling: A generic qualitative study of supervision

Abstract:This qualitative study considered how new counselors described their experiences constructing military cultural competence through supervision by a military veteran. A …

Evaluating an expressive writing program in supporting military women's transition to civilian life

Abstract: Expressive writing programs provide opportunities to engage in reflective writing centred on lived experience. Research shows the benefits of expressive writing for …

Stress, control, and connection: A comparative study of Veterans and non-Veterans across the life course

Abstract:This dissertation examines health disparities between veterans and non-veterans through the lens of sociological stress process and life course frameworks. Drawing on …

Understanding female Veterans’ perceptions of institutional betrayal on utilizing physical and/or mental healthcare resources

Abstract:It was unknown whether women veterans associated Veterans Affairs (VA) services with transitioning from the military. This qualitative study explored a need to better …

Veterans strategy: Presented to Parliament by the Secretary of State for Defence by command of His Majesty

Abstract: This strategy sets out the UK Government's ambitious goals for supporting Veterans and empowers the nation to deliver – that includes devolved governments, regional …