Military Sexual Assault and Homeless Women Veterans: Clinical Correlates and Treatment Preferences

Homeless female Veterans were interviewed about their experiences with military sexual assault, other potentially traumatic experiences, and mental health symptoms. Findings indicate that a large proportion of homeless female Veterans have experienced military sexual assault, and that military sexual assault is associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychiatric symptoms. However, those who have experienced military sexual assault also show more interest in and receptivity toward therapy than their peers who have not experienced military sexual assault.