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Use of a synthetic cannabinoid (nabilone) in the ongoing management of posttraumatic stress disorder nightmares in the Canadian Armed Forces: Results of an anonymous online survey

Abstract: The synthetic cannabinoid nabilone has shown promise in the management of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) nightmares. To date, three clinical papers have been …

Those left behind: A scoping review of the effects of suicide exposure on veterans, service members, and military families

Abstract: Veteran and service member suicide remains a significant public health concern. One factor that may impact suicide risk is suicide exposure-knowing someone who has died …

Cosmopolitanism and individual ethical reflection – the embodied experiences of Swedish veterans

Abstract: This article aims to enable a conversation between cosmopolitan thought, with focus on individual ethical experiences and reflections, and research on embodied military …

VR guided meditation among 10 Canadian Veterans with PTSD: A case series

This article explores innovations to treat post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with virtual reality (VR) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Perceptions of health and healthcare in ex-Army residents of Tameside: a pilot qualitative study

Abstract: Background: Local authorities and other service providers need data on their local ex-military communities to be able to plan services. However, published research and …

UK Tri-service Families Continuous Attitude Survey: 2020

Abstract: This statistical release provides results from the Families Continuous Attitude Survey (FamCAS) 2020, along with results from previous years. Statistics from FamCAS are …

Body Image Concerns and Psychological Wellbeing among Injured Combat Veterans with Scars and Limb Loss: A Review of the Literature

Abstract: A narrative literature review aimed to determine the nature and prevalence of body image and psychosocial concerns and associated support needs among veterans with …

An examination of suicidal behaviour among veterans receiving mental-health appointments in person versus clinical video telehealth

Abstract: Introduction: The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a national leader in the implementation of clinical video telehealth (CVT) services. Despite the growth of …

Integrating women into combat roles: comparing the UK Armed Forces and Israeli Defense Forces to understand where lessons can be learnt

Abstract: In October 2018, women became eligible to serve in all roles in the UK Armed Forces. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have employed women in limited ground close combat …

Moral Injury and Social Well-Being: A Growth Curve Analysis

Abstract: Moral injury (MI) may occur in the context of committing transgressions (i.e., self-directed MI reactions), witnessing transgressions, or being the victims of others’ …

Cumulative Trauma Exposure and Chronic Homelessness Among Veterans: The Roles of Responses to Intrusions and Emotion Regulation

Abstract: Veterans with mental health problems and a history of interpersonal and military trauma exposure are at increased risk for chronic homelessness. Although studies have …

Combat surfers: a narrative study of veterans, surfing and war trauma

Abstract: We use narrative inquiry to illustrate the complex lives and experiences of combat veterans who go surfing to deal with the traumatic aftermath of war. The stories we …