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COVID-19: Impact on the health and wellbeing of ex-serving personnel (Veterans-CHECK) protocol paper

Abstract: Introduction: We will use a sub-sample of a current longitudinal study to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on the health and wellbeing of ex-service personnel in the …

Out of the shadows: Chronic pain in Canadian Armed Forces veterans — Proceedings of a workshop at the 2019 Forum of the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research

Abstract: This commentary summarizes proceedings of a workshop on chronic pain in military personnel and veterans (released personnel) at the Annual Forum of the Canadian …

Sentiment of Armed Forces Social Media Accounts in the United Kingdom: An Initial Analysis of Twitter Content

Abstract: Prior research on the United Kingdom (UK) public’s perception towards the British Armed Forces often found a contradicting understanding of the military as both …

The Impact of an Outdoor and Adventure Sports Course on the Wellbeing of Recovering UK Military Personnel: An Exploratory Study

Abstract: UK military personnel have faced increased demands over the last three decades; these have affected their wellbeing and caused multiple physical and mental health …

The Long-Term Effects of Military Deployments and Their Relation with the Quality of Life of Dutch Veterans

Abstract: Experiences during military deployments may have serious negative consequences for the health and well-being of veterans. The literature presents a wealth of information …

Exploring the Victimization of British Veterans: Comparing British Beliefs About Veterans With Beliefs About Soldiers

Abstract: Evidence suggests that most of the UK public appreciate currently serving UK Armed Forces personnel but are less positive in their beliefs about veterans. This research …

Afghanistan and Iraq amputation statistics: 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2020

Anstract: This annual statistics report provides information on the number of UK service personnel who experienced an amputation for the five-year period 1 April 2015 to 31 March …

Successful Aging in Older US Veterans: Results From the 2019-2020 National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study

Abstract: Objective: To identify the current prevalence, and sociodemographic, military, health, and psychosocial correlates of successful aging in older US veterans. Methods: …

Lifting Our Sights Beyond 2030 - Beyond 2030 – the impact of future trends on the transition of our Armed Forces Community from military to civilian life, An Initial Perspective

Summary: This paper is an initial perspective, summarising the first phase of investigation into future trends and their impact on the Armed Forces Community in 2031 and beyond - …

The state of military families in Canada: a scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: For some families, the military way of life fosters close social support networks and adaptability. For others, the stresses and strains resulting from …

Correlates of perceived military to civilian transition challenges among Canadian Armed Forces Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Analyses of the Canadian Armed Forces Transition and Well-Being Survey (CAFTWS) were conducted to identify the most prominent challenges faced by Canadian …