Understanding how Veterans' early experiences after leaving the military affect their mental health and risk of suicide.
Implications of Veterans' Initial Reintegration Experiences for their Longer-Term Mental Health and Suicidality: Identifying Veterans who Would Benefit from Early Intervention
This study is looking at how Veterans adjust to life after leaving the military and how those early experiences can affect their mental health and risk of suicide later on, especially considering the added stress from COVID-19, to help find ways to support them better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Boston Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10995998 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the initial reintegration experiences of Veterans transitioning from military to civilian life and how these experiences impact their long-term mental health and risk of suicidality. By identifying Veterans who may be at higher risk based on their early post-separation challenges, the study aims to inform targeted early interventions. Additionally, it will explore the influence of COVID-19-related stressors on these outcomes. The research will involve a ten-year follow-up of Veterans to assess their mental health trajectories over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans who have recently transitioned from military service and are experiencing challenges in their reintegration process.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those who have been out of military service for an extended period may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved early intervention strategies that enhance the mental health and well-being of Veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early intervention can significantly improve mental health outcomes in at-risk populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- VA Boston Health Care System — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vogt-Ryan, Dawne Suzanne — VA Boston Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Vogt-Ryan, Dawne Suzanne
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.