Research Paper Title At Risk for Violence in the Military. Abstract Understanding the occurrence and nature of violence in the military entails appreciating: Military culture; The sociology and demographics of its personnel; Military training; Combat experiences; and Injuries and illnesses that veterans suffer. The military is grounded in the principles and practice of conducting violent… Read More
Research Paper Title Use of a multi-level mixed methods approach to study the effectiveness of a primary care progressive return to activity protocol after acute mild traumatic brain injury/concussion in the military. Abstract The large number of US service members diagnosed with concussion/mild traumatic brain injury each year underscores the necessity for clear and effective… Read More
Research Paper Title Predictors of suicidal ideation among active duty military personnel with posttraumatic stress disorder. Background Given the alarming rate of military suicides, it is critical to identify the factors that increase risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviours among active duty military personnel. Methods This study examined a predictive model of suicidal ideation among… Read More
Research Paper Title Fitness Tests and Occupational Tasks of Military Interest: A Systematic Review of Correlations. Background Physically demanding occupations (i.e. military, firefighter and law enforcement) often use fitness tests for job selection or retention. Despite numerous individual studies, the relationship of these tests to job performance is not always clear. Methods This review examined… Read More
Research Paper Title Injury representation against ballistic threats using three novel numerical models. Abstract Injury modelling of ballistic threats is a valuable tool for informing policy on personal protective equipment and other injury mitigation methods. Currently, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Centre for Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) are focusing on the development of… Read More
Research Paper Title The effects of a transcontinental flight on markers of coagulation and fibrinolysis in healthy men after vigorous physical activity. Background Athletes and military service members are known to undergo strenuous exercise and sometimes have to take long haul flights soon afterwards; however, its combined effect on many physiological functions is relatively unknown.… Read More
Notwithstanding private contractor companies who are often characterised as being private army’s, there is actually one private army left in Europe – the Atholl Highlanders. Although essentially a private guard, the regiment is technically part of the British Army, and still carries the Queen’s Colours. In 1844, Queen Victoria presented the then Duke of Atholl… Read More
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