Modelling the relationship between poor sleep and problem anger in veterans: A dynamic structural equation modelling approach.

O Metcalf; J Little; S Cowlishaw; T Varker; HA Arjmand; M O'Donnell; A Phelps; M Hinton; R Bryant; M Hopwood; A McFarlane; D Forbes

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Modelling the relationship between poor sleep and problem anger in veterans: A dynamic structural equation modelling approach.

O Metcalf, J Little, S Cowlishaw, T Varker, HA Arjmand, M O'Donnell, A Phelps, M Hinton, R Bryant, M Hopwood, A McFarlane, D Forbes

Journal of Psychosomatic Research | Published : 2021

DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2021.110615

Abstract

Objective: Problem anger and poor sleep are common, particularly in military and veteran populations, but the nature of the relationship is poorly understood, and treatment approaches would benefit from improved understanding of how these constructs interact. Ecological momentary assessment (EMA) is suitable for monitoring day-to-day fluctuations in symptoms, and modelling dynamic relationships between variables. Methods: This study aimed to examine these fluctuations and relationships involving sleep quality and anger experiences among veterans. A sample of n = 60 veterans with problem anger as assessed by the recommended cut off on the Dimensions of Anger Reactions 5 scale (DAR-5) complete..

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Olivia Metcalf Author

Tracey Varker Author

Abdullah Arjmand Author

Meaghan O'Donnell Author

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Funding Acknowledgements

This work was supported by Centenary of Anzac Centre, a Department of Veterans' Affairs funded initiative of Phoenix Australia. The views expressed in this report do not necessarily represent the views of the Minister for Veterans' Affairs or the Department of Veterans' Affairs. The Commonwealth does not give any warranty nor accept any liability in relation to the contents of this work.