Veterans Medical Research Foundation

This study tested a new approach to help veterans who are at high risk for suicide quit smoking. 67 veterans received either standard smoking cessation treatment or a new program that combines standard treatment with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a proven therapy for suicid…

This study looked at whether compassion meditation—a practice that builds kindness and connection—is a practical option for veterans with PTSD. Researchers enrolled 113 veterans across multiple sites to see if they would start and finish the program. The goal was to test feasibil…