Navy
Stress and Mental Disorders in Female Military Personnel: Comparisons Between the Sexes in a Male Dominated Profession
This study examines differences between men and women in lifetime exposure to 28 traumatic events, mental disorders (depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social phobia, PTSD), alcohol dependence, and work stress in a representative sample of regular and reserve Canadian Force
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Veterans and Military Personnel: Epidemiology, Screening, and Case Recognition
In this article, researchers review the empirical literature on the epidemiology and screening of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military and Veteran populations, including an overview of screening instruments for identifying PTSD in military and Veteran populations.
Prevalence and Features of Panic Disorder and Comparison to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in VA Primary Care
Using cross-sectional data collected in 1999 from a large sample of Veterans visiting VA Medical Centers (VAMCs), the authors investigated the prevalence of Panic Disorder (PD), and its association with both well-being (e.g., physical and mental health) and health care utilization (e.g., visits,
Stress Gym: Feasibility of Deploying a Web-Enhanced Behavioral Self-Management Program for Stress in a Military Setting
Stress and depression can adversely impact the performance of military personnel. Cognitive-behavioral (CBT) interventions for unanaging stress are efficacious in traditional face-to-face formats, but the Internet supports a broader reach of these programs.
Effects of Work-Related Absences on Families: Evidence from the Gulf War
The purpose of this study was to estimate the effect of work-related separations on military families. Specifically, the authors estimate the effect of Gulf War deployment on divorce rates, spousal employment, and children’s disability rates (physical, emotional, or intellectual handicap).
Veteran Status and Marital Aggression: Does Military Service Make a Difference?
This study evaluated whether or not veteran status predicts an individual’s tendency to use domestic violence as a tactic to resolve marital discord (note: the sample was taken in 1988 and does not represent veterans from OIF or OEF).
Alcohol Abuse Disorders Among U.S. Service Members With Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
This study compared the prevalence of clinically diagnosed alcohol abuse disorders among Service members with combat-related mild to moderate traumatic brain injuries (MTBI) to those Service members with other combat-related injuries.
When His Ship Comes Home: The Stress of the Austrialian Seafarer's Partner
52 wives of Australian Merchant Navy men answered questions regarding the stress they and their family experienced due to the seafarer's long absence. Data were collected on work patterns, the effect of the lifestyle on their marriage, and sexual relations.
Family Violence in the Military: A Review of the Literature
Family violence, including both child maltreatment and spouse abuse, is a public health concern in both military and civilian populations. However, there is limited knowledge concerning violence in military families relative to civilian families.