Deployment Psychology Blog

Research Update: July 7, 2016

The CDP's weekly research update contains the latest news, journal articles and useful links from around the web. Some of this week's topics include:

● The Burden of Hostility in U.S. Veterans: Results from the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study.
● Risk Factors, Methods, and Timing of Suicide Attempts Among US Army Soldiers.

Staff Perspective: And, If the EBT is Ineffective? What Then?

Anthony McCormick, Ph.D.

In recent times, there has been a significant push to validate treatment approaches using the rigor of scientific research.  This welcomed addition to the field of clinical psychology has been great for the field and has met with much success.  A number of evidence-based treatments (EBTs) have been scientifically researched and proven effective (efficacious) in treating several clinical disorders. 

CDP News: July 1, 2016

Welcome to this week’s edition of CDP News! We like to use this space to review recent happenings in and around the Center for Deployment Psychology, while also looking ahead to upcoming events. Everyone here is getting ready for the long holiday weekend, but before we take off, let’s review this week.

Research Update: June 30, 2016

The CDP's weekly research update contains the latest news, journal articles and useful links from around the web. Some of this week's topics include:

● Joining Forces: The Status of Military and Veteran Healthcare in Nursing Curricula.
● A Critical Review of Negative Affect and the Application of CBT for PTSD.

Staff Perspective: Downrange Comedy – Humor in Deployed Settings (Part 2)

Matthew Sacks, Ph.D.

Welcome back to our discussion of humor and comedy in deployed locations.  Last time I interviewed comedian Kathleen Madigan about her USO performances over the years.  In this part, I will speak with comedian Roy Wood, Jr. and former Army Specialist Michael Dillon about their experiences with comedy performances downrange.

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