Associations between PTSD and Intimate Partner and Non-Partner Aggression Among Substance Using Veterans in Specialty Mental Health

摘要

BackgroundRisk factors of violence perpetration in veterans include substance use and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); however, it is unknown whether these factors are associated with greater risk for partner or non-partner violence. This study investigated the associations between probable PTSD, heavy drinking, marijuana use, cocaine use, and partner and non-partner violence perpetration.