Veterans and military
18 studies in the past 365 days. Tags are assigned automatically from titles and abstracts; a study can carry several.
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From trauma to tolerance: Psychological predictors of gambling harm among male UK Armed Forces Veterans
Veterans face disproportionately high risks of gambling-related harm, influenced by trauma exposure, emotional dysregulation, and maladaptive coping. However, little is known about how these interconnected psychological traits contribute to gambling harm severity in Veterans …
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"No one takes it seriously": U.S. military personnel with gambling concerns: recommendations for expanding treatment and public health efforts
Introduction Gambling is increasingly recognized as a significant public health issue, with negative consequences for financial stability, social well-being, and overall health. Growing evidence indicates that U.S. military personnel and veterans are a high-risk group for gambling-related problems, including gambling disorder (GD) …
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An evolving threat: Problem gambling and sports wagering in the United States military
Abstract Background This study examined the stability and interplay of gambling depth, breadth, and problems in the United States (US) public, with a particular attention to military-affiliated individuals (i.e., veterans, active duty service members, reservists). Methods Longitudinal survey study using YouGov Opinion Polling's sample-matching methodology …
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Prevention and early detection of behavioral addictions in the military environment- A call for action
Behavioral addictions (BAs), including gambling disorder, gaming disorder, problematic pornography use, compulsive sexual behavior, and problematic internet use, have received increasing attention because of their potential impact on mental health, occupational functioning, and military readiness …
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The developmental path to gambling disorder among U.S. veterans: a life-course perspective
Gambling disorder (GD) is characterized by persistent gambling behavior associated with significant distress and functional impairment. Pathways to GD reflect a complex interplay of individual, environmental, and experiential factors …
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Internal Law Enforcement Against Online Gambling within Satinduk BAIS TNI: A Socio-Legal Qualitative Analysis
This study examines the internal law enforcement mechanism against online gambling violations within the Satinduk BAIS TNI environment, the obstacles encountered, and the effectiveness of disciplinary sanctions.Research Methodology: A socio-legal (juridical-empirical) study with a qualitative approach was employed, drawing on in-depth interviews with …
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Homelessness Among U.S. Veterans: National Trends, Correlates, and Mental Health Burden
Despite well-publicized initiatives to reduce veteran homelessness, current nationally representative data on its prevalence, correlates, and mental health burden are limited. To address this gap, data were analyzed from the 2025-2026 National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study (NHRVS), a nationally representative web-based survey of 2,636 U.S …
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PERAN PERATURAN MENTRI KOMUNIKASI DAN DIGITAL NOMOR 9 TAHUN 2026 DALAM MITIGASI ANCAMAN NIRMILITER DAN PENGUATAN KETAHANAN NASIONAL GENERASI MUDA
The exponential digital transformation has catalyzed complex non-military threats, including illegal online gambling, disinformation, and cybercrime, which jeopardize social stability and national resilience, particularly among Indonesia’s youth …
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Administrative and legal measures for restricting military personnel from visiting gambling establishments and participating in gambling in the military security system
The relevance of the topic is due to the increase in the risks of gambling addiction among military personnel under martial law, which is associated with constant stress, psycho-emotional stress and financial instability …
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Qualitative exploration of gambling harm among UK veterans: normalisation, stigma and postservice escalation
This study explored the lived experiences of UK Armed Forces veterans affected by gambling-related harm. It examined how military culture, institutional practices and life transitions shaped gambling behaviours, barriers to help-seeking and the long-term impact on well-being …
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Legal Sanctions against Soldiers of Kodim 0304/Agam in Online Gambling Crimes
This study aims to analyze the application of legal sanctions against soldiers of Kodim 0304/Agam involved in online gambling crimes and to examine the legal mechanisms used in handling such cases within the framework of military law enforcement …
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Help and support for gambling harm among United Kingdom Armed Forces personnel: A mixed-methods study
Objectives To explore the accessibility of mental health and gambling related support within the United Kingdom (UK) Armed Forces and investigate potential barriers to engagement. Methods We conducted a survey of Armed Forces service personnel ( n = 438) and specialist healthcare and welfare staff ( n = 94) regarding gambling harm and related challenges …
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Public Perceptions of Gambling in the UK Armed Forces: Understanding Stigma Via a Vignette Experiment
Abstract Gambling-related harm among armed forces (AF) personnel is a growing concern, yet public perceptions remain underexplored. Anticipated public stigma (the fear of how others perceive you) of gambling among the AF is a potential barrier to help-seeking …
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Association between experiencing gambling problems and adverse behavioral health outcomes among U.S. military service members, 2018
Background And Objectives: Gambling screening in the US military was mandated in 2019, but few studies have assessed the prevalence of experiencing gambling problems or its association with adverse behavioral health concerns. Methods: This secondary analysis used data from active-duty U.S …
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THE PROBLEM OF GAMING ADDICTION AMONG MILITARY PERSONNEL
This article analyses the problem of gambling addiction, the historical aspects of its origins, the mechanisms of pathological gambling addiction, including its various stages and manifestations, and highlights the consequences of harmful gambling, particularly sports betting …
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Leveraging Social Media and Crowdsourcing to Recruit and Retain Military Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder or Experience of Harmful Gambling for mHealth Interventions: Descriptive Study
Military veterans may be at increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) compared to the general population. PTSD is often comorbid with harmful and problematic patterns of gambling …
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Coping, Civilian Transition, and Gambling Harm Severity in UK Armed Forces Veterans
Abstract Veterans are prone to experiencing both mental health challenges and harm from gambling, yet little is known about the psychosocial factors that may increase risk. This study examined predictors of gambling harm severity in a sample of UK Armed Forces veterans with a focus on coping styles and reintegration into civilian employment …