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The "overall prevalence of hoarding disorder," according to the American Psychiatric Association, "with higher rates for people over 60 years old and people with other psychiatric diagnoses, especially anxiety and depression."
The weekly Research Update contains the latest news, journal articles, and useful links from around the web. Some of this week's topics include:
● Racial and Ethnic and Rural Variations in Access to Primary Care for Veterans Following the MISSION Act.
● Major Psychiatric Disorders, Substance Use Behaviors, and Longevity.
● Health Status and Mental Health of Transgender and Gender-Diverse Adults.
● Correlates of depression in individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder.
Eating disorders are a significant and often underreported issue within the U.S. military, affecting service members' health, readiness, and overall well-being. These disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder, present unique challenges in the military environment due to the intense physical and psychological demands placed on personnel. The pressure to maintain certain weight standards and physical fitness levels can exacerbate the risk of developing unhealthy eating behaviors, contributing to the prevalence of these disorders among service members.
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The weekly Research Update contains the latest news, journal articles, and useful links from around the web. Some of this week's topics include:
● Sexual identity differences in chronic pain: Results from the 2019-2021 National Health Interview Survey.
● A guide for self-help guides: best practice implementation.
● JCP’s Focus on Women’s Mental Health: Twenty Years and Counting. (Editorial)