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1 Annotated bibliography of Veterans Affairs Canada research directorate publications for 1992-2018: Research evidence to support the well-being of veterans and their families

Annotated bibliography of Veterans Affairs Canada research directorate publications for 1992-2018: Research evidence to support the well-being of veterans and their families

APA Citation:

Tweel, M., Thompson, J.M., Lockhart, W., Ralling, A., Keough, J., MacLean, M.B., VanTil, L., Sweet, J., Poirier, A., Pound, T., Murray, R., & Swenson, N. (2019). Bibliography of Veterans Affairs Canada research directorate publications for 1992-2018: Research evidence to support the well-being of veterans and their families. Veterans Affairs Canada. https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2019/acc-vac/V32-403-2019.pdf

Focus:

Programming
Veterans

Branch of Service:

International Military

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)
Aged (65 yrs & older)
Very old (85 yrs & older)

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Tweel, Madeline; Thompson, James M.; Lockhart, Wendy; Ralling, Alexandra; Keough, Jacinta; MacLean, Mary Beth; VanTil, Linda; Sweet, Jill; Poirier, Alain; Pound, Teresa; Murray, Ryan; Swenson, Nathan

Year: 2019

Abstract

The Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Research Directorate was established in 2002 in response to a need for evidence to guide the development of policies and programs for Canadian military Veterans and their families. The Research Directorate has led or collaborated in several programs of research. The Life After Service Studies (LASS) include both nationally representative surveys of CAF Veterans (former members) and income studies of Veterans released from service since 1998. The Road to Civilian Life (R2CL) program of research included three projects contracted to researchers through the CIMVHR (Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research), and the development of a tool for self-assessing need for assistance with transition to civilian life by VAC and CAF (Canadian Armed Forces) researchers. VAC researchers have also informed the development of an interview system for assessing risk in transition. The Continuing Care Research Project (CCRP) was a collaboration between VAC and the Province of Ontario which demonstrated the costeffectiveness of assisting aging persons with living at home rather than becoming institutionalized. The Research Directorate has collaborated with a variety of partners to insert a Veteran identifier in a variety of Canadian datasets. For example, a Veteran identifier was included in the 2003 Canadian Community Health Survey, allowing for the first time a glimpse at the well-being of the whole Veteran population. A Veterans’ identifier has also been included in the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging. The Directorate’s researchers report their findings in several types of scientific publications. The top tier publications are those published in professional journals and books, and the Technical Reports published by VAC. The Research Directorate also publishes a series of one-page Info Briefs summarizing key research findings. Additionally, the Directorate publishes Data Reports that supplement the Technical Reports, and Brief Reports produced in short timelines in response to specific requests. This Technical Report lists the 173 research publications authored by current and former members of the VAC Research Directorate from 1992 to 2018. Of the 173 publications, there were 65 professional journal papers, 12 book chapters, 48 Technical Reports published by VAC, and 48 other types of publications, including Info Briefs and Data Reports. Each of the Technical Reports includes French language Executive Summaries, and 37 of the publications were translated entirely into French. For ease of access, this report sorts the publications by areas of interest, including well-being domains, special interest topics, and programs of research. The goal is to make the evidence accessible to support the well-being of military Veterans, their families and other persons. The report is organized so as to make it easy for users to find reports by topics of interest to them.

2 Deployment experiences of Guard and Reserve families: Implications for support and retention

Deployment experiences of Guard and Reserve families: Implications for support and retention

APA Citation:

Castaneda, L. W., Harrell, M. C., Varda, D. M., Hall, K. C., Beckett, M. K., & Stern, S. (2008). Deployment experiences of Guard and Reserve families: Implications for support and retention (National Defense Research Institute, pp. 1-369, Rep.). Arlington, VA: RAND Report.

Focus:

Children
Couples
Deployment
Mental health
Other

Branch of Service:

Air Force
Army
Marine Corps
Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Guard
Reserve

Population:

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

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Castaneda, Laura W.; Harrell, Margaret C.; Varda, Danielle M.; Hall, Kimberly C.; Beckett, Megan K.; Stern, Stefanie

Year: 2008

Abstract

Use of the Guard and Reserve has steadily increased since the first Gulf War in the early 1990s, and this trend is likely to continue as the Global War on Terror persists. Previous research on how deployments affect military families has focused almost exclusively on the Active Component; however, demographic differences between active component and reserve component families suggest that the latter may face different issues during deployment and consequently require different types of support. Castaneda et al. interviewed military family experts and guard and reserve service members and spouses about topics including family readiness for deployment, the problems and positives associated with deployment, family coping, resources used by these families for deployment support, and service member military career intentions. The authors analyzed data from over 600 interviews to provide a better understanding of the major issues faced by guard and reserve families, how they vary among families who differ demographically, and how they may relate to military career intentions. Castaneda et al. conclude with suggestions on how the Department of Defense can better support guard and reserve families, noting that such efforts can both promote general family well-being and increase service member readiness and retention.

3 2021 census UK Armed Forces veterans: Topic report

2021 census UK Armed Forces veterans: Topic report

APA Citation:

Northern Ireland Statistics Research Agency. (2019). 2021 census UK Armed Forces veterans: Topic report. http://www.fimt-rc.org/article/20210826-2021-census-uk-armed-forces-veterans-topic-report

Focus:

Veterans

Branch of Service:

International Military

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

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

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Northern Ireland Statistics Research Agency

Year: 2019

Abstract

To date a specific question on UK Armed Forces veterans has not been included in the census. This report sets out research and evidence gathered on this issue by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA), to determine if it would be feasible for a question to be included.

4 The impact of family engagement and child welfare services on maltreatment re-reports and substantiated re-reports

The impact of family engagement and child welfare services on maltreatment re-reports and substantiated re-reports

APA Citation:

Fuller, T., & Zhang, S. (2017). The impact of family engagement and child welfare services on maltreatment re-reports and substantiated re-reports. Child Maltreatment, 22(3), 183-193. https://doi.org/10.1177/1077559517709996

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1177/1077559517709996

Focus:

Child maltreatment
Children
Mental health
Physical health
Programming
Youth

Population:

Childhood (birth - 12 yrs)
School age (6 - 12 yrs)
Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)

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Research & Summary

Authors: Fuller, Tamara; Zhang, Saijun

Year: 2017

Abstract

Despite decades of debate about the most effective ways to intervene with families reported to child protective services (CPS), little evidence exists regarding the types of services or approach that reduce children’s risk of additional maltreatment. The current study used data collected during a statewide experimental evaluation of CPS to examine the impact of numerous service variables, family engagement, and family characteristics on the risk of maltreatment re-reports and substantiated re-reports among families initially reported for neglect and risk of harm. The sample included 4,868 families with screened-in reports that were randomly assigned to receive either an investigation or an assessment. The results of the Cox regression analyses found that service duration, intensity, and breadth were unrelated to maltreatment re-report or substantiated re-reports, but caseworker ratings of the service-need match were associated with both. The provision of domestic violence services was related to decreased risk of maltreatment re-reports. Increased levels of family engagement were associated with lowered risk of both maltreatment re-reports and substantiated re-reports. Once the effects of services, engagement, and family characteristics were taken into account, CPS response pathway (investigation or assessment) had no relationship to maltreatment re-reports or substantiated re-reports.

5 AHAR Update: February 2010

AHAR Update: February 2010

APA Citation:

AHAR Team. (2010). AHAR Update: February 2010. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 1-3.

Focus:

Veterans
Other

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches

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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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Abt Associates Inc.; The University of Pennsylvania Center for Mental Health Policy and Services Research

Year: 2010

Abstract

This document provides answers to common questions regarding participation in the AHAR Veterans Supplemental Report (AHAR-Vet). If you have any further questions, please contact your AHAR data reviewer.

6 Self-reported likelihood of a future suicide attempt: The role of plans for suicide

Self-reported likelihood of a future suicide attempt: The role of plans for suicide

APA Citation:

Bond, A. E., Houtsma, C., Bryan, C. J., & Anestis, M. D. (2024). Self-reported likelihood of a future suicide attempt: The role of plans for suicide. Archives of Suicide Research. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/13811118.2024.2332249

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1080/13811118.2024.2332249

Focus:

Mental health

Branch of Service:

Army

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)

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Research

Authors: Bond, Allison E.; Houtsma, Claire; Bryan, Craig J.; Anestis, Michael D.

Year: 2024

Abstract

The present study seeks to add to the existing literature by determining if having a plan for suicide, is associated with an individual’s self-reported likelihood of attempting suicide in the future. Data came from a sample of 97 United States Army personnel with past week ideation or lifetime attempt history. Assessments were collected at baseline, 1-month, 3-month, and 6-months. Self-reported likelihood of attempting suicide in the future was not associated with the presence of a plan for suicide overall or a plan with a specific method (i.e., firearm, cutting/scratching, and medication). Although a plan for suicide is commonly thought to indicate elevated risk our findings suggest that presence or absence of suicide plans is not associated with more self-reported likelihood of a future suicide attempt. The self-reported likelihood of attempting suicide in the future was not associated with the presence of a plan for suicide among service members.Findings suggest that presence or absence of suicide plans is not associated with self-reported likelihood of suicidal behavior among service members.Clinicians and researchers working with a military population may benefit from a broader approach to risk assessment and safety planning that does not rely too heavily on an individual’s self-reported plans for suicide. The self-reported likelihood of attempting suicide in the future was not associated with the presence of a plan for suicide among service members. Findings suggest that presence or absence of suicide plans is not associated with self-reported likelihood of suicidal behavior among service members. Clinicians and researchers working with a military population may benefit from a broader approach to risk assessment and safety planning that does not rely too heavily on an individual’s self-reported plans for suicide.

7 Predictors of concussion reporting intent and concussion reporting behavior among active duty U.S. Army soldiers: Application of the theory of planned behavior

Predictors of concussion reporting intent and concussion reporting behavior among active duty U.S. Army soldiers: Application of the theory of planned behavior

APA Citation:

Roberson, B. L. (2023). Predictors of concussion reporting intent and concussion reporting behavior among active duty U.S. Army soldiers: Application of the theory of planned behavior [Ph.D., Fielding Graduate University]. https://www.proquest.com/docview/2785785214/abstract/5C4E031F68A4D2FPQ/1

Focus:

Physical health
Other

Branch of Service:

Army

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

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

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Authors: Roberson, Brittney L.

Year: 2023

Abstract

Mild traumatic brain injuries, or concussions, pose a noticeable public health concern among the military population. The staggering number of concussions among the U.S. Army population alone is likely underreported for a number of reasons, highlighting the need for a better understanding of soldiers’ concussion reporting behaviors. The primary purpose of this study was to examine the constructs of the theory of planned behavior, along with concussion knowledge, as predictors of concussion reporting intent and concussion reporting behaviors in U.S. Army soldiers who sustained a concussion while on active duty. Measures included military specific modifications to the knowledge and attitudes indices of the Rosenbaum Concussion Knowledge and Attitudes Survey (RoCKAS), Kroshus’ intent to report concussion symptoms scale, and additional questions drawn from research. Results from correlational, hierarchical linear regression, and sequential logistic regression analyses indicated that perceived behavior control was the strongest predictor of soldiers’ intent to report a concussion. Increased age and higher subjective norms scores were the strongest predictors of concussion reporting within 72 hours, and those who served 16 to 20 years of time in service were significantly less likely to report their concussion after 72 hours. Additional analyses examined the relationship between the mandated Army Concussion Course and concussion knowledge. Concussion knowledge scores decreased as the number of times completing the Army Concussion Course increased, and concussion knowledge scores increased as more time elapsed since completing the Army Concussion Course. These results could inform Army Medicine on the support needed to maintain a medically ready force.

8 National Leadership Summit on Military Families Final Report

National Leadership Summit on Military Families Final Report

APA Citation:

Booth, B., Wechsler Segal, M., & Place, N. (2009). National Leadership Summit on Military Families Final Report, 1-276.

Focus:

Children
Couples
Deployment
Mental health
Other

Branch of Service:

Air Force
Army
Marine Corps
Multiple branches
Navy

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Guard
Reserve
Veteran

Population:

Childhood (birth - 12 yrs)
Neonatal (birth - 1 mo)
Infancy (2 - 23 mo)
Preschool age (2 -5 yrs)
School age (6 - 12 yrs)
Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Booth, Bradford; Wechsler Segal, Mady; Place, Nick

Year: 2009

Abstract

This report serves as a comprehensive overview and summary of the National Leadership Summit on Military Families, held 9 - 10 November, 2009 at the University of Maryland. The Summit brought together key individuals including senior policymakers, family program leaders and staff, military family researchers, and military family members themselves for a two-day discussion on the state of affairs for military families. The Final Report details current challenges, establishes goals, and lays out a plan of action for the future of military family support. Abstract provided by Military OneSource.

9 Positive social norms research review

Positive social norms research review

APA Citation:

The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach. (2017). Positive social norms research review. Retrieved from: www.MilitaryREACH.org

Focus:

Other
Youth

Population:

Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)

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Research Report

Authors: The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach

Year: 2017

10 2013 Transition mapping study: Evaluation report January 2017

2013 Transition mapping study: Evaluation report January 2017

APA Citation:

Arkenford Bright Minds. (2017). 2013 Transition mapping study evaluation report January 2017. https://www.fim-trust.org/wp-content/uploads/2013-transition-mapping-study-evaluation-report.pdf

Focus:

Veterans

Branch of Service:

International Military

Military Affiliation:

Veteran

Population:

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

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Arkenford Bright Minds; Forces in Mind Trust

Year: 2017

Abstract

In 2013, FiMT published and launched the Transition Mapping Study. The study was commissioned to develop understanding of the transition process for Service personnel returning to civilian life. FiMT commissioned the Futures Company to conduct the study which, at the time, included: • Reviewing existing research on transition. • Understanding how the transition process worked at that time. • Researching how the current transition process was viewed by stakeholders and by recent Service leavers. • Making recommendations on how to reduce the number of poor transitions. • Developing a model that quantified the costs of poor transition to the UK as a whole.

11 Research on the military family: An assessment

Research on the military family: An assessment

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: McCubbin, H. I.; Dahl, B. B.; Hunter, E. J.

Year: 1975

Abstract

The authors categorized and reviewed social and psychological studies conducted on military families during the past four decades. They critiqued the historical antecedents of family research in the military. Research carried out on the military family was categorized: mobility, child adjustment and development, adjustment to separation, family reunion and integration, adjustment to loss, families in transition, and services to families under stress. The authors emphasize the limitation but importance of family research in the military. The study of the military family is an important approach to understanding and predicting performance, health, and retention of military personnel (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

12 Physical and psychological safety research review

Physical and psychological safety research review

APA Citation:

The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach. (2017). Physical and psychological safety research review. Retrieved from: www.MilitaryREACH.org

Focus:

Youth

Population:

Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)

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Research Report

Authors: The University of Minnesota Center for Research and Outreach

Year: 2017

13 The calendar year 2018 Department of Defense Suicide Event Report (DoDSER) Annual Report

The calendar year 2018 Department of Defense Suicide Event Report (DoDSER) Annual Report

APA Citation:

Tucker, J., Smolenski, D. J., & Kennedy, C. H. (2020). Department of Defense Suicide Event Report (DoDSER) Annual Report. Psychological Health Center of Excellence Research and Development Directorate Defense Health Agency. https://www.pdhealth.mil/sites/default/files/images/docs/TAB_B_2018_DoDSER_Annual_Report-508%20final-9MAR2020.pdf

Focus:

Mental health

Branch of Service:

Army
Navy
Air Force
Marine Corps
Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Guard
Reserve

Population:

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

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Tucker, Jennifer; Smolenski, Derek J.; Kennedy, Carrie H.

Year: 2020

Abstract

This report presents data collected by the services about deaths by suicide and suicide attempts among service members during calendar year 2018 (CY18). The first part of the report provides an analysis of current and historical suicide mortality rates for the active, reserve, and National Guard components of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy. The second part of the report describes the demographic and contextual factors from active-component suicide event forms submitted to the Department of Defense Suicide Event Report (DoDSER) system. The third part of the report describes the demographic and contextual factors from reserve-component suicide event DoDSER forms and is inclusive of all duty statuses. The inclusion of all duty statuses was first fully implemented in CY18.

14 The Armed Forces Covenant and veterans annual report 2021

The Armed Forces Covenant and veterans annual report 2021

APA Citation:

Ministry of Defence, & Office for Veterans' Affairs. (2021). The Armed Forces Covenant and veterans annual report 2021. http://www.fimt-rc.org/article/20211216-the-armed-forces-covenant-and-veterans-annual-report-2021

Focus:

Programming
Mental health
Physical health

Branch of Service:

International Military

Military Affiliation:

Veteran
Active Duty

Population:

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

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Ministry of Defence; Office for Veterans' Affairs

Year: 2021

Abstract

This report details annual progress in each area of activity in support of the Armed Forces Covenant in the UK. This is the first annual report to specifically recognise veterans and the work being done to support the Armed Forces community, including veterans and their families.

15 The relation between self-concealment and self-reported mental health symptoms in a sample of Canadian Armed Forces personnel

The relation between self-concealment and self-reported mental health symptoms in a sample of Canadian Armed Forces personnel

APA Citation:

D’Agata, M. T., Granek, J. A., Holden, R. R., & Nazarov, A. (2020). The relation between self-concealment and self-reported mental health symptoms in a sample of Canadian Armed Forces personnel. Military Behavioral Health, 9(2), 190-197. https://doi.org/10.1080/21635781.2020.1838365

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https://doi.org/10.1080/21635781.2020.1838365

Focus:

Mental health
Substance use

Branch of Service:

International Military

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

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

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Research

Authors: D'Agata, Madeleine T.; Granek, Joshua A.; Holden, Ronald R.; Nazarov, Anthony

Year: 2021

Abstract

The current research investigated the association between self-concealment and mental health in a sample of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel. More specifically, we examined the associations between self-concealment, a personality trait associated with one's tendency to conceal negative personal information and feelings, and one's suicide ideation, psychological distress, and hazardous and harmful alcohol use. Personnel who reported higher levels of self-concealment also reported higher levels of mental health symptoms. Furthermore, we present receiver operating characteristic curve analyses for predicting at-risk status for suicide, psychological distress, and hazardous and harmful alcohol use from self-concealment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

16 Is self-reported return to duty an adequate indicator of return to sport and/or return to function in military patients?

Is self-reported return to duty an adequate indicator of return to sport and/or return to function in military patients?

APA Citation:

Zalneraitis, B. H., Drayer, N., Nowak, M., Ardavanis, K., Powlan, F., Masini, B., & Kang, D. (2021).Is self-reported return to duty an adequate indicator of return to sport and/or return to function in military patients? Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 1097. https://doi.org/1097/CORR.0000000000001840

DOI:

https://doi.org/1097/CORR.0000000000001840

Focus:

Physical health

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches
Army
Air Force

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

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

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Authors: Zalneraitis, B. H.; Drayer, Nicholas; Nowak, Matthew; Ardavanis, Kyle; Powlan, Franklin; Masini, Brendan; Kang, Daniel

Year: 2021

Abstract

Background In the military, return-to-duty status has commonly been used as a functional outcome measure after orthopaedic surgery. This is sometimes regarded similarly to return to sports or as an indicator of return to full function. However, there is variability in how return-to-duty data are reported in clinical research studies, and it is unclear whether return-to-duty status alone can be used as a surrogate for return to sport or whether it is a useful marker for return to full function. Questions/purposes (1) What proportion of military patients who reported return to duty also returned to athletic participation as defined by self-reported level of physical activity? (2) What proportion of military patients who reported return to duty reported other indicators of decreased function (such as nondeployability, change in work type or level, or medical evaluation board)? Methods Preoperative and postoperative self-reported physical profile status (mandated physical limitation), physical activity status, work status, deployment status, military occupation specialty changes, and medical evaluation board status were retrospectively reviewed for all active-duty soldiers who underwent orthopaedic surgery at Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord from February 2017 to October 2018. Survey data were collected on patients preoperatively and 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively in all subspecialty and general orthopaedic clinics. Patients were considered potentially eligible if they were on active-duty status at the time of their surgery and consented to the survey (1319 patients). A total of 89% (1175) were excluded since they did not have survey data at the 1 year mark. Of the remaining 144 patients, 9% (13) were excluded due to the same patient having undergone multiple procedures, and 2% (3) were excluded for incomplete data. This left 10% (128) of the original group available for analysis. Ninety-eight patients reported not having a physical profile at their latest postoperative visit; however, 14 of these patients also stated they were retired from the military, leaving 84 patients in the return-to-duty group. Self-reported “full-time duty with no restrictions” was originally used as the indicator for return to duty; however, the authors felt this to be too vague and instead used soldiers’ self-reported profile status as a more specific indicator of return to duty. Mean length of follow-up was 13 ± 3 months. Eighty-three percent (70 of 84) of patients were men. Mean age at the preoperative visit was 35 ± 8 years. The most common surgery types were sports shoulder (n = 22) and sports knee (n = 14). The subgroups were too small to analyze by orthopaedic procedure. Based on active-duty status and requirements of the military profession, all patients were considered physically active before their injury or surgery. Return to sport was determined by asking patients how their level of physical activity compared with their level before their injury (higher, same, or lower). We identified the number of other indicators that may suggest decreased function by investigating change in work type/level, self-reported nondeployability, or medical evaluation board. This was performed with a simple survey. Results Of the 84 patients reporting return to duty at the final follow-up, 67% (56) reported an overall lower level of physical activity. Twenty-seven percent (23) reported not returning to the same work level, 32% (27) reported being nondeployable, 23% (19) reported undergoing a medical evaluation board (evaluation for medical separation from the military), and 11% (9) reported a change in military occupation specialty (change of job description). Conclusion Return to duty is commonly reported in military orthopaedics to describe postoperative functional outcome. Although self-reported return to duty may have value for military study populations, based on the findings of this investigation, surgeons should not consider return to duty a marker of return to sport or return to full function. However, further investigation is required to see to what degree this general conclusion applies to the various orthopaedic subspecialties and to ascertain how self-reported return to duty compares with specific outcome measures used for particular procedures and subspecialties. Level of Evidence Level IV, therapeutic study.

17 An exploration into the effectiveness of yoga in reducing anxiety in female military personnel

An exploration into the effectiveness of yoga in reducing anxiety in female military personnel

APA Citation:

Berry, A. (2024). An exploration into the effectiveness of yoga in reducing anxiety in female military personnel [EdD, Liberty University]. https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/5566

Focus:

Mental health
Physical health
Programming

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Air Force
Space Force

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Guard
Reserve

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Authors: Berry, Aubrey

Year: 2024

Abstract

yoga anxiety anxiety reduction alternative treatment women’s mental health military mental health military

18 Educational performance of military-connected children in SC 2022 report

Educational performance of military-connected children in SC 2022 report

APA Citation:

Yow, D., & Fulton, G. (2022). Educational performance of military-connected children in SC 2022 report. SC Education Oversight Committee. https://dc.statelibrary.sc.gov/handle/10827/45399

Branch of Service:

Multiple branches

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

Childhood (birth - 12 yrs)
School age (6 - 12 yrs)
Adolescence (13 - 17 yrs)

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Research and Technical Reports

Authors: Yow, Dana; Fulton, Gabrielle

Year: 2022

Abstract

The Education Oversight Committee, working with the State Board of Education established a comprehensive annual report concerning the performance of military-connected children who attend primary, elementary, middle, and high schools in this State. The annual comprehensive report addresses attendance, academic performance in reading, math, and science, and graduation rates of military connected children. This report provides an overview of the federal Impact Aid program, details regarding the demographics of military-connected students, an update on the academic performance and school attendance of military connected students and a summary of the trainings for educators and families to enhance support of military connected students at home and in school.

19 Mild traumatic brain injury in U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq

Mild traumatic brain injury in U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq

APA Citation:

Hoge, C. W., McGurk, D., Thomas, J. L., Cox, A. L., Engel, C. C., & Castro, C. A. (2008). Mild traumatic brain injury in U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq. New England Journal of Medicine, 358(20), 453-463. doi:10.1056/NEJMoa072972

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa072972

Focus:

Deployment
Mental health
Physical health
Trauma

Branch of Service:

Army

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty
Guard
Reserve

Population:

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

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Research & Summary

Authors: Hoge, Charles W.; McGurk, Dennis; Thomas, Jeffrey L.; Cox, Anthony L.; Engel, Charles C.; Castro, Carl A.

Year: 2008

Abstract

BACKGROUND--An important medical concern of the Iraq war is the potential long-term effect of mild traumatic brain injury, or concussion, particularly from blast explosions. However, the epidemiology of combat-related mild traumatic brain injury is poorly understood. METHODS--We surveyed 2525 U.S. Army infantry soldiers 3 to 4 months after their return from a year-long deployment to Iraq. Validated clinical instruments were used to compare soldiers reporting mild traumatic brain injury, defined as an injury with loss of consciousness or altered mental status (e.g., dazed or confused), with soldiers who reported other injuries. RESULTS--Of 2525 soldiers, 124(4.9%) reported injuries with loss of consciousness, 260 (10.3%) reported injuries with altered mental status, and 435 (17.2%) reported other injuries during deployment. Of those reporting loss of consciousness, 43.9% met criteria for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as compared with 27.3% of those reporting altered mental status, 16.2% with other injuries, and 9.1% with no injury. Soldiers with mild traumatic brain injury, primarily those who had loss of consciousness, were significantly more likely to report poor general health, missed workdays, medical visits, and a high number of somatic and postconcussive symptoms than were soldiers with other injuries. However, after adjustment for PTSD and depression, mild traumatic brain injury was no longer significantly associated with these physical health outcomes or symptoms, except for headache. CONCLUSIONS--Mild traumatic brain injury (i.e., concussion) occurring among soldiers deployed in Iraq is strongly associated with PTSD and physical health problems 3 to 4 months after the soldiers return home. PTSD and depression are important mediators of the relationship between mild traumatic brain injury and physical health problems.

20 New onset and persistent symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder self reported after deployment and combat exposures: Prospective population based US military cohort study

New onset and persistent symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder self reported after deployment and combat exposures: Prospective population based US military cohort study

APA Citation:

Smith, T. C., Ryan, M. A . K., Wingard, D. L., Slymen, D. J., Sallis, J. F., & Kritz-Silverstein, D. (2007). New onset and persistent symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder self-reported after deployment and combat exposures: Prospective population based U.S. Military cohort. The British Medical Journal, 336(7640), 366-371. doi:10.1136/bmj.39430.638241.AE

DOI:

http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmj.39430.638241.AE

Focus:

Deployment
Mental health

Branch of Service:

Air Force
Army
Coast Guard
Marine Corps
Multiple branches
Navy

Military Affiliation:

Active Duty

Population:

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

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Authors: Smith, Tyler C.; Ryan, Margaret A. K.; Wingard, Deborah L.; Slymen, Donald J.; Sallis, James F.; Kritz-Silverstein, Donna

Year: 2008

Abstract

Objective--To describe new onset and persistence of self reported posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms in a large population based military cohort, many of whom were deployed in support of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Design--Prospective cohort analysis. Setting and participants--Survey enrollment data from the millennium cohort (July 2001 to June 2003) obtained before the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Follow-up (June 2004 to February 2006) data on health outcomes collected from 50 184 participants. Main outcome measures--Self reported post-traumatic stress disorder as measured by the posttraumatic stress disorder checklist-civilian version using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fourth edition criteria. Results--More than 40% of the cohort were deployed between 2001 and 2006; between baseline and follow-up, 24% deployed for the first time in support of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. New incidence rates of 10-13 cases of posttraumatic stress disorder per 1000 person years occurred in the millennium cohort. New onset self reported post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms or diagnosis were identified in 7.6-8.7% of deployers who reported combat exposures, 1.4-2.1% of deployers who did not report combat exposures, and 2.3-3.0% of non-deployers. Among those with self reported symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder at baseline, deployment did not affect persistence of symptoms. Conclusions--After adjustment for baseline characteristics, these prospective data indicate a threefold increase in new onset self reported post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms or diagnosis among deployed military personnel who reported combat exposures. The findings define the importance of posttraumatic stress disorder in this population and emphasize that specific combat exposures, rather than deployment itself, significantly affect the onset of symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder after deployment.