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Soldiers to Citizens: The Link between Military Service and Volunteering

Abstract: Research shows that military service is linked with political engagement, such as voting. This connection is strongest for minorities. The authors explore the …

Reconceptualizing combat-related posttraumatic stress disorder as an occupational hazard

Abstract: Combat is clearly an occupational hazard with direct implications for mental health. In the case of the military, the mission dictates how often a service member leaves …

Above and beyond the call. Long-term real earnings effects of British male military conscription in the post-war years

Abstract: We add to the literature on the long-term economic effects of male military service. We concentrate on post-war British conscription into the armed services from 1949 to …

King’s Centre for Military Health Research: A fifteen year report

This report presents a comprehensive overview of the findings from the King's Centre for Military Health Research (KCMHR) research on the UK Armed Forces' health, which has been …

JSP 532: Guidance for reservists returning to civilian employment following a period of mobilised service

Summary: The purpose of this guide is to explain what your rights as a reservist returning from a period of mobilised service are, how to protect those rights and how to exercise …

Nominal Rolls: Lessons Learned from Developing the “Mustard Gas List”

Abstract: This document explains the 'Mustard Gas List' (developed by Veterans Affairs Canada), what has resulted from its use and what can be learned from compiling this type of …

Veterans Health Administration Transitional Work Experience vs. Job Placement in Veterans with Co-Morbid Substance Use and Non-Psychotic Psychiatric Disorders

Abstract: This study seeks to compare the effectiveness of Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) transitional work experience (TWE) services and a minimal but common …

A Great Place to Start? The Effect of Prior Military Service on Hiring

Abstract: This article examines the effect of prior military service on hiring for entry-level jobs in a major metropolitan labor market. The research employs an audit method in …

Military Workfare: The Soldier and Social Citizenship in Canada

Summary: Despite the centrality of war in social and political thought, the military remains marginal in academic and public conceptions of citizenship, and the soldier seems to …

JSP 534 The Tri-Service Resettlement and Employment Support Manual Part 1: Directive

Summary: JSP 534 is intended as the authoritative document for tri-Service resettlement and employment support policy and procedures throughout Defence and within the 3 Services. …

Old soldiers never die: they adapt their military skills and become successful civilians. What factors contribute to the successful transition of army Veterans to civilian life and work?

Abstract: This thesis has identified a number of factors which explain why those leaving the armed forces after 22 years or more of army service make successful transitions to …