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Social and emotional wellbeing of children from Australian military families: Insight from early childhood educators

Abstract: During their careers, many Australian early childhood educators will teach children from military and veteran families; one in 20 households includes someone with …

What interventions can improve social connections for military partners? A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: Social connection is a key component of all people’s well-being, but especially for that of military partners, who are required to navigate their lives …

Identifying the risk factors associated with food insecurity in the UK Veteran population: A nationwide survey

Abstract: There has been limited focus placed on exploring food insecurity within the UK-ex-Armed Forces population. The present study aims to build on initial work by …

Gathering voices and experiences of Australian military families: Developing family support resources

Abstract: Introduction: Young children from Australian Defence Force (ADF) families have experiences common to other military and Veteran families from other countries. Despite …

Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation, Loneliness and Unmet Social Needs

Abstract: Military widow/ers can experience spousal death suddenly and in traumatic circumstances. Evidence shows that this experience often has a long-term effect on surviving …

Desired employment and local social support: The strongest predictors for wellbeing outcomes amongst the partners of Australian military members

Abstract: Enhancing wellbeing amongst partners of current serving military personnel is a growing area of interest and concern. Because of their military connection, partners of …

Understanding evidence and provision of services around social isolation and loneliness of military widow/ers: A scoping review

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Whilst the uniqueness of loneliness and social isolation is now recognised for members of the Armed Forces Community, there is currently a lack of evidence …

Parental perceptions of social and emotional well-being of young children from Australian military families

Abstract: Introduction: Many Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Veteran families are affected by the stressors of Defence family life, including frequent and prolonged parental …

Exploring Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation and Loneliness

Abstract: Today, much is written and broadcast about social isolation and loneliness in wider society but little has been done to explore its impact within the Armed Forces …

Report of the 'War Widows InTouch Programme'

Abstract: Experiences of loneliness and social isolation through widowhood are complex and compounded by military bereavement. Digital technology is one method to facilitate social …

Archetype Profiles of Military Spouses in Australia – Identifying Perfect Partners and Mean Girls

Abstract: Military spouses are situated at the junction of the military and civilian worlds. They provide necessary support to military strategic and operational objectives and …