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Warning Signs of Early Death Found in Veterans with Severe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder But the Risk Can be Reversed with Lifestyle Changes

November 14, 2022

In a new study published in Translational Psychiatry, examined how DNA methylation and epigenetics impact accelerated cellular aging and mental health conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military Veterans and Service Members. The results suggest that former service personnel with PTSD are at greater risk of early death. 

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The BAT-L uses novel forensic interview techniques to evaluate TBI in post-9/11 Veterans

November 10, 2022

Perceived stigma, a 'tough it out' mentality, confidentiality issues, and a commitment to the mission can all contribute to underreporting,” said Dr. Sahra Kim, research psychologist at the VA Boston Healthcare System and lead author of a recent study on the diagnostic accuracy of the Boston Assessment of Traumatic Brain Injury-Lifetime, known as BAT-L, clinical interview compared to military medical records. “Under documentation of head injuries may be due to a combination of lack of reporting, the co-occurrence of other serious injuries that require more immediate attention, or combat...

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