The Impact of Parental Military Service on Child Well-being

Abstract: Introduction: The aim of this review is to evaluate the literature on the association between parental military-related factors and child well-being. Methods: We …

Development of a model of well-being for children from military families in NATO countries

Abstract: Introduction: This article describes the development of a model of well-being for children from military families in NATO countries. Methods: The development comprised …

A systemic perspective on children’s well-being in military families in different countries

Abstract: Introduction: Children are influenced by different environments – home, friends, school, community, society, and the existence and availability of various services …

CIMVHR Annual Report 2018/2019

Abstract: In October 2018, Calian, Military Family Services (MFS), The Vanier Institute of the Family and CIMVHR announced the establishment of Innovation to Impact – a working …

Mental health outcomes and alcohol consumption among UK military spouses/partners: a comparison with women in the general population

Abstract: Background: Military families can experience unique stressors that may contribute towards poorer well-being among the spouses/partners of Service personnel. However, …

Military Spouses Transition too! A call to Action to Address Spouses’ Military to Civilian Transition

Abstract: Military to Civilian Transition (MCT) is the process experienced by military personnel as they leave service and return to civilian life. This MCT process is thought to …

Snapshot: Military Families

Abstract: This Snapshot summarises themes and issues relating to families within the UK military community. The Snapshot sets out policy responses and current structures of …

The transition of military veterans from active service to civilian life: impact of transition on families and the role of the family, support, and recognition

Abstract: In this chapter, we briefly review the literature that exists in the area of transition for families in a military context and also consider the definitions of military …

The Spirit of Community, The Army Family, and the Impact on Formal and Informal Support Mechanisms

Abstract: There is evidence that the “spirit of community” within the British military community is in decline. Servicemen are more likely to regard their profession as a job, …

The South Yorkshire Armed Forces Covenant Project Model

Summary: In 2017, a partnership between Sheffield City Council, Rotherham, Doncaster and Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council's, Sheffield Hallam University and York St John …

Implementing trauma-focused CBT for children of veterans in the VA: Providing comprehensive services to veterans and their families

Abstract: Military families experience unique stressful circumstances such as frequent moves, service-related physical and mental health difficulties, and separation from support. …

Research Recap: School Experiences of Children in Military Families

Abstract: There are more than 64,000 children growing up in military families in Canada. Many of these children experience high mobility, as studies show that military families …