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  • Author: Matthew P. Rabbitt
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The association between food security and military satisfaction among a representative sample of the active-duty United States military service members, 2020

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military satisfaction is an important determinant for military retention and subsequently military readiness. Military readiness is also impacted by food …

Employment Finance Peer reviewed

Associations between food insecurity and perceived overall health, stress, and counseling utilization among a representative sample of the active-duty U.S. military, 2020

Abstract: Background: In 2020, approximately 10% of U.S. civilian households were food insecure compared to over 25% of households with active-duty U.S. military service members. …

Well-Being Peer reviewed

The association between food insecurity and intimate partner violence among U.S. army soldiers

Abstract: Food insecurity in the military ranges between 25% and 33%, significantly higher than the 10.5% for civilians reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The primary …

Well-Being Peer reviewed

Military Eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Simulating the exemption of the basic allowance for housing from gross income

Abstract: Twenty-four percent of active-duty service member households experienced food insecurity in 2020; however, limited data have suggested that few participate in the …

Family / Relationships Well-Being Peer reviewed