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Perceptions of K–5 teacher challenges in supporting military-connected children overseas who experience trauma

Abstract:Teachers serving U.S. military-connected students (MCS) overseas regularly address student trauma in the classroom that stems from relocation and separation events due to …

Managing emotional exhaustion in female USAF officers: An evidence-based emotional intelligence training manual

Abstract:The purpose of this project was to synthesize key themes in the literature on emotional intelligence (EI) and emotional exhaustion in female United States Air Force (USAF) …

A qualitative study on lived experiences of military families with disabled children: Service continuity challenges during PCS

Abstract:Active-duty military families of children with disabilities face numerous challenges during a permanent change of station. Frequent moves can create gaps in medical, …

Navigating transition in a white man’s world: Testimonials from the voices of micro-marginalized military and Veteran students of color in higher education

Abstract:This qualitative action research dissertation examines micro-marginalized military and veteran students of color (M/VSOC) at Northern Kentucky University and the …

A psychobiological approach to Gulf War Illness: Acute exercise & DNA methylation

Abstract:Background: Gulf War Illness (GWI) is a form of chronic multi-symptom illness characterized by medically unexplained and heterogenous symptoms (e.g., fatigue, pain, …

Sources of relational turbulence and strategies for resilience in U.S. military couples

Abstract:This dissertation examines how U.S. military couples perceive resilience in the face of ongoing structural uncertainty, institutional messaging, and daily relational …

Transgender Veterans’ experiences with culture and care: A qualitative study

Abstract:This study utilizes a phenomenological framework to better understand the experiences of transgender veterans with military culture and VA healthcare. Geertz’s (1973) …

Connectedness and belonging: An autoethnography about military Veteran transition

Abstract:Military veterans often face profound challenges transitioning to civilian life, yet prevailing narratives focus narrowly on PTSD and combat trauma. This dissertation uses …

From the frontline to the homefront: Exploring how the Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program supports post-9/11 Veterans with PTSD transition to civilian life

Abstract:The purpose of this phenomenological research is to explore how posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) influences the career trajectories of combat veterans who transitioned …

Marital quality, PTSD symptomatology, and sleep: A study of aging Veterans from the RISE study

Abstract:Spousal relationships are proximal social influences on partnered (i.e., married or cohabitating) older adults’ sleep, often acting either as a protective or risk factor …

Better serving those who serve: Supporting psychological wellness of LGB military personnel in the post “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” era

Abstract:Few studies have been able to explore lesbian, gay, and bisexual military personnel’s experiences in military mental healthcare settings. This study examined the …

Investigating the impact of adaptive sports and recreation involvement for Veterans

Abstract:Adaptive sports and recreation programs offer a promising complementary recreationbased treatment option for veterans with service-connected disabilities and health …