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Study links life purpose to sustained functioning in U.S. veterans

Last updated: September 3, 2024 6:41 pm
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U.S. military veterans face unique challenges, including combat stress and various health conditions like PTSD, which can impact their overall well-being. To address these issues, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has been implementing the Whole Health initiative for over a decade. This holistic approach aims to improve veterans’ functioning and enhance their quality of life.

A recent study, led by researchers from the National Center for PTSD and Yale University, delved into factors that influence mental, physical, psychosocial, and cognitive functioning in veterans. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, identified both positive and negative factors associated with veterans’ well-being.

Lead author Ian C. Fischer, Ph.D., highlighted the importance of understanding how various factors, such as chronic medical conditions, sleep problems, and positive psychological traits like purpose in life and optimism, can impact functioning. The study found that physical disability, medical conditions, and insomnia were strongly linked to physical functioning, while positive psychological traits and insomnia were key factors for mental, psychosocial, and cognitive functioning.

Interestingly, the study revealed that veterans with high levels of purpose in life were able to mitigate the negative effects of insomnia on their functioning. By clarifying values, participating in community events, and focusing on what brings meaning to their lives, veterans can cultivate a sense of purpose that enhances their overall well-being.

The findings of this study provide valuable insights for healthcare providers working with veterans. By addressing both the negative factors that hinder functioning and promoting positive psychological traits like purpose in life, clinicians can help veterans improve their quality of life and sustain their overall functioning.

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For more information on this study, you can access the full article in JAMA Network Open. The research conducted by the National Center for PTSD and Yale University sheds light on the importance of holistic approaches like Whole Health in supporting veterans’ well-being.

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