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1 Military Adolescent Pandemic Study 2021: MAPS21

Military Adolescent Pandemic Study 2021: MAPS21

APA Citation:

Thomas, J. S., Trimillos, A., & Allsbrook-Huisman, S. (2022). Military Adolescent Pandemic Study 2021: MAPS21. Journal of School Health, 92(11), 1051–1061. https://doi.org/10.1111/josh.13227

Focus:

Children
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Army
Navy
Air Force
Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Veteran

Population:

Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)
Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Thomas, Jennifer S.; Trimillos, Amanda; Allsbrook-Huisman, Stacy

Year: 2022

Abstract

BACKGROUND Military-connected students move between 6 to 9 times throughout their K-12 experience, creating unique challenges relating to integration, adaptation, identity development, and acceptance. However, when transitions occur during a global pandemic, isolation and disconnect with schools and the community create new challenges that impact health and well-being. The MAPS21 study uncovers the lived experiences of military-connected students who have experienced a transition during the pandemic and gives rise to the need for interdisciplinary care within the public-school setting to promote mental health and academic support during and post-pandemic transitions. METHODS Military adolescents and their parent(s) were interviewed and data were analyzed following an interpretive phenomenological process. A social-ecological model served as the guide to understand the participants' experiences and to further inform future supportive measures. RESULTS Seven subthemes surface under Individual, Relationships, Community, and Society and Policy, the levels within the social-ecological model. These subthemes included: anticipatory processes, control, growth and maturity, adapting views, isolation, school support, community support. Conclusion Military-connected students may experience adverse outcomes relating to mental health and academic progression after experiencing a move during the pandemic. This study provides an avenue for teams of interdisciplinary professionals to collaborate within the public-school setting to provide proactive support through engagement and policy development.

2 Organizational context as a predictor of positive adjustment among soldiers following combat deployment

Organizational context as a predictor of positive adjustment among soldiers following combat deployment

APA Citation:

Gutierrez, I. A., & Adler, A. B. (2022). Organizational context as a predictor of positive adjustment among soldiers following combat deployment. Occupational Health Science, 6, 451–473. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41542-022-00120-0

Focus:

Deployment

Branch of Service:

Army

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Gutierrez, Ian A.; Adler, Amy B.

Year: 2022

Abstract

Occupational models of soldier health have emphasized the importance of conceptualizing adjustment to stressful events in terms of positive outcomes, not just the absence of negative outcomes. However, research on adjustment following deployment has primarily examined negative outcomes, and comparatively little attention has been paid to identifying factors associated with positive outcomes following combat deployment. To better understand predictors of positive adjustment, we analyzed surveys from 550 soldiers administered four months and seven months following a combat deployment to assess how changes in perceived leadership quality, unit cohesion, and perceived organizational support affected three indices of positive adjustment: agency, work effectiveness, and life satisfaction. At the bivariate level, unit cohesion, leadership, and perceived organizational support were positively associated with all three indicators of positive adjustment. Longitudinal difference score models with the three occupational factors included simultaneously revealed that changes in unit cohesion were positively associated with agency and life satisfaction, changes in ratings of non-commissioned officer leadership were positively associated with change in all three well-being outcomes, and changes in perceived organizational support were positively associated with agency and work effectiveness. Findings highlight the importance of cohesion, leadership, and organizational support for enhancing positive outcomes among recently deployed soldiers.

3 Body image and psychosocial well-being among UK military personnel and veterans who sustained appearance-altering conflict injuries

Body image and psychosocial well-being among UK military personnel and veterans who sustained appearance-altering conflict injuries

APA Citation:

Keeling, M., Williamson, H., Williams, V. S., Kiff, J., Evans, S., Murphy, D., & Harcourt, D. (2023). Body image and psychosocial well-being among UK military personnel and veterans who sustained appearance-altering conflict injuries. Military Psychology, 35(1), 12-26. https://doi.org/10.1080/08995605.2022.2058302

Focus:

Mental health
Trauma
Veterans

Branch of Service:

International Military

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Veteran

Population:

Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Keeling, Mary; Williamson, Heidi; Williams, Victoria S.; Kiff, James; Evans, Sarah; Murphy, Dominic; Harcourt, Diana

Year: 2023

Abstract

A modest but significant number of military personnel sustained injuries during deployments resulting in an altered-appearance (e.g., limb loss and/or scarring). Civilian research indicates that appearance-altering injuries can affect psychosocial wellbeing, yet little is known about the impact of such injuries among injured personnel. This study aimed to understand the psychosocial impact of appearance-altering injuries and possible support needs among UK military personnel and veterans. Semi-structured interviews with 23 military participants who sustained appearance-altering injuries during deployments or training since 1969 were conducted. The interviews were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis, identifying six master themes. These themes indicate that in the context of broader recovery experiences, military personnel and veterans experience a variety of psychosocial difficulties related to their changed appearance. While some of these are consistent with evidence from civilians, military-related nuances in the challenges, protective experiences, coping approaches, and preferences for support are evident. Personnel and veterans with appearance-altering injuries may require specific support for adjusting to their changed appearance and related difficulties. However, barriers to acknowledging appearance concerns were identified. Implications for support provision and future research are discussed.

4 Association of problematic anger with long-term adjustment following the military-to-civilian transition

Association of problematic anger with long-term adjustment following the military-to-civilian transition

APA Citation:

Adler, A. B., LeardMann, C. A., Villalobos, J., Jacobson, I. G., & Forbes, D. (2022). Association of problematic anger with long-term adjustment following the military-to-civilian transition. JAMA Network Open, 5(7), Article e2223236. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.23236

Focus:

Mental health
Couples

Branch of Service:

Army
Navy
Air Force
Marine Corps
Coast Guard
Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Guard
Reserve

Population:

Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Adler, Amy B.; LeardMann, Cynthia A.; Villalobos, Javier; Jacobson, Isabel G.; Forbes, David

Year: 2022

Abstract

Few studies have examined the role of problematic anger in long-term adjustment of service members transitioning out of the military.To determine the prevalence of problematic anger during the military-to-civilian transition period and the association of problematic anger with adjustment to civilian life.This cohort study used 2 waves of survey data administered approximately 5 years apart (time 1 [T1; September 26, 2014, to August 25, 2016] and time 2 [T2; October 23, 2019, to August 31, 2021]) from the Millennium Cohort Study, a population-based military study. Participants were US active-duty service members within 24 months of separating from military service at T1. Statistical analysis was performed from September 2021 to May 2022.Problematic anger was operationalized as scoring at least 12 points on the 5-item Dimensions of Anger Reactions scale at T1.Behavioral and functional health (depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, problem drinking, functional limitations), relationship health (relationship quality, coping with parental demands, social support), and economic health (major financial problems, financial insecurity, homelessness, employment status) were assessed at T2. Covariates, assessed at T1, included demographics, military characteristics, mental health, problem drinking, and physical health.Of the 3448 participants, 2625 (76.1%) were male, 217 (6.3%) were Hispanic, 293 (8.5%) were non-Hispanic Black, and 2690 (78.0%) were non-Hispanic White; the mean (SD) age was 40.1 (8.5) years; 826 (24.0%) met criteria for problematic anger. Prevalence of problematic anger was 15.9% (95% CI, 12.2%-19.7%) 24 months prior to military separation and 31.2% (95% CI, 26.2%-36.2%) 24 months following separation. After adjusting for covariates, problematic anger was associated with greater likelihood of behavioral and functional health outcomes (eg, posttraumatic stress disorder: adjusted odds ratio, 1.55, 95% CI, 1.23-1.96), relationship health difficulties (eg, low social support: aOR, 1.66; 95% CI, 1.23-2.24), and economic difficulties (eg, substantial financial insecurity: aOR, 1.64; 95% CI, 1.13-2.39) at T2.This cohort study found an association between prevalence of problematic anger during the military-to-civilian transition and problematic anger with subsequent adjustment difficulties among US service members. These findings suggest the need to equip service members proactively with skills to identify and manage anger as a way to support them before and during this period of transition.

5 Beyond just resilience: The important role of work-family resources for military service members

Beyond just resilience: The important role of work-family resources for military service members

APA Citation:

Wong, J. R., Crain, T. L., Brossoit, R. M., Hammer, L. B., Bodner, T. E., & Brady, J. M. (2022). Beyond just resilience: The important role of work-family resources for military service members. Occupational Health Sciences, 6, 425-450. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41542-022-00111-1

Focus:

Couples
Parents
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Army

Military Affiliation:

Guard

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Wong, Jacqueline R.; Crain, Tori L.; Brossoit, Rebecca M.; Hammer, Leslie B.; Bodner, Todd E.; Brady, Jacquelyn M.

Year: 2022

Abstract

The military has allocated extensive resources to improve service member resilience in an effort to decrease the impact of stressors on health and well-being. Previous research has linked resilience to various positive outcomes (e.g., physical and mental health, job satisfaction) and has established that service members face unique and challenging work-family experiences. However, the importance of resilience to work-family experiences remains underexplored. Drawing on conservation of resources theory, this study examines the relationships between resilience (i.e., the ability to bounce back from stressors) and work-family outcomes, and whether organizational work-family resources of work-family climate perceptions and family-supportive supervisor behavior moderate these relationships. Based on a sample of 417 Army National Guard service members from 10 workgroups, and using a multilevel path model, we found that more resilient service members experience lower family-to-work conflict and greater work-to-family enrichment. Further, the relationship between resilience and family-to-work enrichment was significant and stronger for service members who perceive their work climate as family-supportive compared to the relationship for those who do not. Improving resilience in military personnel may help to facilitate positive work-family experiences, but resilience is likely most beneficial when organizational work-family resources (i.e., a family-supportive work climate) are also available.

6 Pilot trial of Strength at Home Parents: A trauma-informed parenting support treatment for veterans

Pilot trial of Strength at Home Parents: A trauma-informed parenting support treatment for veterans

APA Citation:

Creech, S. K., Pearson, R., Saenz, J. J., Braciszewski, J. M., Riggs, S. A., & Taft, C. T. (2022). Pilot trial of Strength at Home Parents: A trauma-informed parenting support treatment for veterans.Couple and Family Psychology: Research and Practice, 11(3), 205–216. https://doi.org/10.1037/cfp0000232

Focus:

Parents
Mental health
Veterans

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Creech, Suzannah K.; Pearson, Rahel; Saenz, Jeremy J.; Braciszewski, Jordan M.; Riggs, Shelley A.; Taft, Casey T.

Year: 2022

Abstract

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with compromised parenting which is not adequately addressed in available evidence-based PTSD treatments. Strength at Home—Parents (SAHP) is a trauma-informed parenting intervention which aims to improve parenting behaviors and overall parent–child functioning. Here, we report pilot data obtained in a sample of veterans (N = 21) with PTSD and parent–child functioning difficulties. Results support the feasibility of study methods, and intervention acceptability, credibility, and satisfaction. Movement on primary outcome measures suggested improved overall family functioning, a decrease in the use of dysfunctional parenting practices, an increase in positive parenting practices, and a trend toward a reduction in parenting stress. Results should be interpreted with caution because of the small sample size and attrition at follow-up. Limitations withstanding, findings support further study of the intervention, which would provide insights into whether an efficacy trial is indicated.

7 Family-involved mental healthcare among OEF/OIF veterans with and without PTSD using VHA administrative records

Family-involved mental healthcare among OEF/OIF veterans with and without PTSD using VHA administrative records

APA Citation:

Harper, K. L., Thompson-Hollands, J., Keane, T. M., & Marx, B. P. (2022). Family-involved mental health care among OEF/OIF with and without PTSD using VHA administrative records. Behavior Therapy, 53(5), 819-827. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beth.2022.01.006

Focus:

Mental health
Veterans

Branch of Service:

Army
Marine Corps

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Harper, Kelly L.; Thompson-Hollands, Johanna; Keane, Terence M.; Marx, Brian P.

Year: 2022

Abstract

Prior research indicates that veterans are interested in including family members in healthcare and that family-inclusive mental health treatment can improve treatment outcomes. Consequently, the Veterans Health Administration’s (VHA) directive require providers to offer family-inclusive mental health services to veterans. However, the extent to which veterans engage in family-inclusive mental health services at VHA remains unclear. Using data from a longitudinal registry of male and female veterans with and without PTSD, we examined the extent to which veterans included family members in their mental healthcare and predictors of engagement in family-involved therapy visits using VHA administrative records over a 5-year timespan. Of the 1,329 veterans who received mental health care during the study, 8.4% received a family therapy visit and the number of visits per veteran ranged from 1 to 34. Results from logistic regressions indicate that relative to White veterans, Black veterans were 61% less likely to receive a family-involved therapy visit. Married veterans or veterans living with a partner and veterans with poor romantic relationship functioning, were more likely to receive a family-involved therapy visit. These findings indicate that only a small percentage of veterans received a family therapy visit across 5 years. Efforts to understand barriers to family-involved therapy visits and strategies to increase engagement in family-involved visits may improve clinical outcomes and promote patient-centered care.

8 Longitudinal patterns of military spousal alcohol consumption: Findings from the Millennium Cohort Family Study

Longitudinal patterns of military spousal alcohol consumption: Findings from the Millennium Cohort Family Study

APA Citation:

Sparks, A. C., Williams, C. S., Pflieger, J. C., Jacobson, I., Corry, N. H., Radakrishnan, S., & Stander, V. A. (2022). Longitudinal patterns of military spousal alcohol consumption: Findings from the Millennium Cohort Family Study. Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 84(4), 546-555. https://doi.org/10.15288.jsad.2022.83.546

Focus:

Substance use
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Air Force
Coast Guard
Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Reserve
Guard

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Sparks, Alicia C.; Williams, Christianna S.; Pflieger, Jacqueline C.; Jacobson, Isabel; Corry, Nida H.; Radakrishnan, Sharmini; Stander, Valerie A.

Year: 2022

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Alcohol use in the military is prevalent and has short- and long-term health, safety, and career consequences. Although several studies have examined service members' alcohol consumption, few have focused on alcohol use among military spouses. This study assessed factors at individual, interpersonal, and organizational levels to determine associations with risky alcohol use among military spouses. METHOD: Data from baseline and first follow-up of the Millennium Cohort Family Study were used (N = 5,475; 4,923 female) to model spousal self-reported risky drinking (heavy and/or binge drinking) at follow-up. Predictors included demographic characteristics, spousal adverse childhood experiences and mental health, smoking status, marital status, family satisfaction, social support, military stress, and service member military characteristics. Logistic regression models assessed the adjusted associations between spouse and service member characteristics and spousal risky drinking at follow-up. RESULTS: Among spouses in this sample, 19% were risky drinkers at follow-up. Baseline alcohol use status was associated with risky drinking at follow-up. Most spouses (64.2%) did not change their drinking behavior between baseline and follow-up; those who did change were nearly evenly split between an increasing (17.0%) versus decreasing (18.7%) pattern. Risk factors included male gender, cigarette smoking, elevated symptoms of post-traumatic stress, marital separation, and service member deployment with combat. CONCLUSIONS: Although most military spouses were not engaging in risky drinking, one in five were, with about half of these having moved into the risky drinking category over time. Risky alcohol use among spouses has ramifications for themselves, the service member, and the family unit.

9 Journey to wellness: A socioecological analysis of veterans in recovery from substance use disorders

Journey to wellness: A socioecological analysis of veterans in recovery from substance use disorders

APA Citation:

Grisamore, S. P., Nguyen, R. L., Wiedbusch, E. K., Guerrero, M., Cope, C. E. A., Abo, M. G., & Jason, L. A. (2022). Journey to wellness: A socioecological analysis of veterans in recovery from substance use disorders. American Journal of Community Psychology, 70(3-4), 394-406. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajcp.12615

Focus:

Substance use
Veterans
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Grisamore, Simone P.; Nguyen, Rebecca L.; Wiedbusch, Elzbieta K.; Guerrero, Mayra; Cope, Carlie E. A.; Abo, Mary G.; Jason, Leonard A.

Year: 2022

Abstract

Substance use disorders are increasingly prevalent among veterans in the United States. Veterans in recovery face unique challenges, such as high rates of psychiatric comorbidities, difficulties adjusting to civilian life, and inadequate housing and mental health services. While prior research has explored veterans' experiences in recovery, studies have not implemented a multilevel perspective in their analyses. The current qualitative study examined how individual veteran experiences intersect with interpersonal and systemic factors. Semistructured focus groups were conducted with veterans who were former or current residents of recovery homes (N = 20). Thematic analysis was utilized to explore veterans' personal experiences through the CHIME-D framework (connectedness, hope & optimism, identity, meaning in life, empowerment, and difficulties). The data were further analyzed within a socioecological model (intrapersonal, interpersonal, and community). Each component of the CHIME-D framework was salient across all focus groups, with connectedness, empowerment, and difficulties being the most prominent themes that occurred across all socioecological levels. Results suggest that recovery initiatives can effectively assist veterans by promoting empowerment, facilitating social connections, and addressing cooccurring difficulties across multiple socioecological contexts. Additionally, treatment programs should encourage veterans to take on meaningful roles in their communities. Future research should continue to explore veterans' recovery experiences using a socioecological model.

10 Attachment-based relationship satisfaction in deployed and non-deployed military veterans with prevalent PTSD, anxiety, and depression

Attachment-based relationship satisfaction in deployed and non-deployed military veterans with prevalent PTSD, anxiety, and depression

APA Citation:

Ponder, W. N., Whitworth, J., Ross, K., & Sherrill, T. (2022). Attachment-based relationship satisfaction in deployed and non-deployed military veterans with prevalent PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Journal of Veteran Studies, 8(3), 47-53. https://doi.org/10.21061/jvs. v8i3.330

Focus:

Veterans
Mental health
Deployment
Couples

Branch of Service:

Air Force
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Coast Guard
Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Ponder, Warren N.; Whitworth, James; Ross, Kristin; Sherrill, Tempa

Year: 2022

Abstract

After almost two decades of war, unprecedented operational tempos have remained high for the American military. This has left those on the home front (non-deploying veterans) a little behind since scholarship has mostly focused on veterans who have deployed. This study used a voluntary treatment-seeking sample of veterans who have not deployed (n = 49) and veterans who have deployed (n = 68) to address this gap in the literature. This study examines the associations between attachment avoidance, attachment anxiety, mental health constructs (i.e., generalized anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder), and relationship satisfaction. Independent samples t-test comparisons, correlational analyses, and two hierarchical regressions were conducted. The variables that were significantly correlated with relationship satisfaction for both samples were attachment avoidance and attachment anxiety. In the non-deployed sample, the regression was not statistically significant. However, in the deployed sample the regression was statistically significant. In the final step of the hierarchical regression, only attachment avoidance and attachment anxiety were significant predictors of relationship satisfaction. Implications for social work and other behavioral health clinicians are highlighted, including the benefits of practitioners working to help veterans develop and maintain supportive partners and other relationships, particularly through using the attachment theory-based approach of Emotionally Focused Therapy.

11 Using family narrative reports to identify practices for improving end-of-life care quality

Using family narrative reports to identify practices for improving end-of-life care quality

APA Citation:

Giannitrapani, K. F., Yefimova, M., McCaa, M. D., Goebel, J. R., Kutney-Lee, A., Gray, C., Shreve, S. T., & Lorenz, K. A. (2022). Using family narrative reports to identify practices for improving end-of-life care quality. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, 64(4), 349-358. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2022.06.017

Focus:

Veterans
Physical health
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)


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Authors: Giannitrapani, Karleen F.; Yefimova, Maria; McCaa, Matthew D.; Goebel, Joy R.; Kutney-Lee, Ann; Gray, Caroline; Shreve, Scott T.; Lorenz, Karl A.

Year: 2022

Abstract

Context Patient experiences should be considered by healthcare systems when implementing care practices to improve quality of end-of-life care. Families and caregivers of recent in-patient decedents may be best positioned to recommend practices for quality improvement. Objectives To identify actionable practices that bereaved families highlight as contributing to high quality end-of-life care. Methods We conducted qualitative content analysis of narrative responses to the Bereaved Family Surveys Veterans Health Administration inpatient decedents. Out of 5964 completed surveys in 2017, 4604 (77%) contained at least one word in response to the open-ended questions. For feasibility, 1500/4604 responses were randomly selected for analysis. An additional 300 randomly selected responses were analyzed to confirm saturation. Results Over 23% percent (355/1500) of the initially analyzed narrative responses contained actionable practices. By synthesizing narrative responses to the BFS in a national healthcare system, we identified 98 actionable practices reported by the bereaved families that have potential for implementation in QI efforts. Specifically, we identified 67 end-of-life practices and 31 practices in patient-centered care domains of physical environment, food, staffing, coordination, technology and transportation. The 67 cluster into domains including respectful care and communication, emotional and spiritual support, death benefits, symptom management. Sorting these practices by target levels for organizational change illuminated opportunities for implementation. Conclusion Narrative responses from bereaved family members can yield approaches for systematic quality improvement. These approaches can serve as a menu in diverse contexts looking for approaches to improve patient quality of death in in-patient settings.

12 Associations among alexithymia, disordered eating, and depressive symptoms in treatment-seeking adolescent military dependents at risk for adult binge-eating disorder and obesity

Associations among alexithymia, disordered eating, and depressive symptoms in treatment-seeking adolescent military dependents at risk for adult binge-eating disorder and obesity

APA Citation:

Rice, A., Lavender, J. M., Shank, L. M., Higgins Neyland, M. K., Markos, B., Repke, H., Haynes, H., Gallagher-Teske, J., Schvey, N. A., Sbrocco, T., Wilfley, D. E., Ford, B., Ford, C. B., Jorgensen, S., Yanovski, J. A., Haigney M., Klein, D. A., Quinlan, J., & Tanofsky-Kraff, M. (2022). Associations among alexithymia, disordered eating, and depressive symptoms in treatment-seeking adolescent military dependents at risk for adult binge-eating disorder and obesity. Eating and Weight Disorders - Studies on Anorexia, Bulimia and Obesity, 27, 3083-3093. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40519-022-01429-z

Focus:

Youth
Physical health
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

Childhood (birth - 12 yrs)
Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)


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Authors: Rice, Alexander; Lavender, Jason M.; Shank, Lisa M.; Higgins Neyland, M. K.; Markos, Bethelhem; Repke, Hannah; Haynes, Hannah; Gallagher-Teske, Julia; Schvey, Natasha A.; Sbrocco, Tracy; Wilfley, Denise E.; Ford, Brian; Ford, Caitlin B.; Jorgensen, Sarah; Yanovski, Jack A.; Haigney, Mark; Klein, David A.; Quinlan, Jeffrey; Tanofsky-Kraff, Marian

Year: 2022

Abstract

Evidence suggests that difficulties identifying and describing one’s feelings, core components of alexithymia, are associated with attitudinal and behavioral symptoms of disordered eating; depressive symptoms also may underlie these associations. Specifically, research indicates that alexithymia is positively related to depressive symptoms, which in turn may promote both disordered-eating attitudes and certain disinhibited-eating behaviors (e.g., emotional eating). Findings also suggest that military-dependent youth with high weight may exhibit elevated depressive symptoms and disordered eating. As such, understanding associations among alexithymia, depressive symptoms, and disordered eating is particularly relevant for this vulnerable population.

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