scholarly journals Distinguishing the Effects of Life Threat, Killing Enemy Combatants, and Unjust War Events in U.S. Service Members

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen W. Krauss ◽  
Jeffrey Zust ◽  
Sheila Frankfurt ◽  
Pam Kumparatana ◽  
Lyndon A. Riviere ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Service Members ◽  
Enemy Combatants ◽  
Life Threat

Assessment of Cognitive-Communicative Disorders of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Sustained in Combat

2009 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 47-57 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine Parrish ◽  
Carole Roth ◽  
Brooke Roberts ◽  
Gail Davie
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Communication Disorders ◽  
Service Members ◽  
Patient Questionnaire ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Test Protocol ◽  
Communication Deficits

Abstract Background: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is recognized as the signature injury of the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, yet there remains limited understanding of the persisting cognitive deficits of mTBI sustained in combat. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) have traditionally been responsible for evaluating and treating the cognitive-communication disorders following severe brain injuries. The evaluation instruments historically used are insensitive to the subtle deficits found in individuals with mTBI. Objectives: Based on the limited literature and clinical evidence describing traditional and current tests for measuring cognitive-communication deficits (CCD) of TBI, the strengths and weaknesses of the instruments are discussed relative to their use with mTBI. It is necessary to understand the nature and severity of CCD associated with mTBI for treatment planning and goal setting. Yet, the complexity of mTBI sustained in combat, which often co-occurs with PTSD and other psychological health and physiological issues, creates a clinical challenge for speech-language pathologists worldwide. The purpose of the paper is to explore methods for substantiating the nature and severity of CCD described by service members returning from combat. Methods: To better understand the nature of the functional cognitive-communication deficits described by service members returning from combat, a patient questionnaire and a test protocol were designed and administered to over 200 patients. Preliminary impressions are described addressing the nature of the deficits and the challenges faced in differentiating the etiologies of the CCD. Conclusions: Speech-language pathologists are challenged with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating the cognitive-communication deficits of mTBI resulting from combat-related injuries. Assessments that are sensitive to the functional deficits of mTBI are recommended. An interdisciplinary rehabilitation model is essential for differentially diagnosing the consequences of mTBI, PTSD, and other psychological and physical health concerns.

Attachment, couple communication, and family functioning in relation to psychological distress among service members and veterans.

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 239-255
Author(s):  
Shelley A. Riggs ◽  
Emily Raiche ◽  
Suzannah K. Creech ◽  
James McGuffin ◽  
Daniel H. Romero
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Distress ◽  
Family Functioning ◽  
Service Members ◽  
Couple Communication

Development of a Functional Impairment Scale for Active Duty Service Members and Veterans

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian Marx ◽  
Paula Schnurr ◽  
Paola Rodriguez ◽  
Darren Holowka ◽  
Carole Lunney ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Functional Impairment ◽  
Active Duty ◽  
Service Members

Newly Returning Service Members: Overcoming Unique Barriers to Assessing, Diagnosing, and Treating

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanya Aaen ◽  
Theodore Wright ◽  
Jason DeViva ◽  
Matthew Jakupcak ◽  
Claire Collie
Keyword(s):  
Service Members
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