Bereaved Military Children from the UK Armed Forces: An analysis of families seeking support from Scotty’s Little Soldiers

Abstract: Scotty’s Little Soldiers is a British charity, founded in 2010, with the aim of supporting children who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the UK …

Adventures in marriage: A skills-based marriage education program with military couples

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to introduce and provide results of an initial evaluation of a skills-based marriage education program, Adventures in Marriage (AIM), …

Research roundup: The financial impact of military service

Abstract: In 2014, 46.7 million Americans – 14 percent of the population – were living in poverty. Every day millions of Americans are forced to make tough choices based on …

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 …

Integrating families into Veteran care: A call to action for holistic support systems

Abstract: The Veteran Affairs (VA) mission statement is, "To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, …

Are multifamily group interventions viable for military PTSD treatment?

Abstract:Many studies have identified the importance of social and familial support in the treatment of veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The purpose of this …

Effects of the after deployment adaptive parenting tools intervention on social functioning in Veterans and their partners: A pilot study

Abstract: Deployment-related PTSD can negatively impact social functioning in veteran families. Individualized PTSD-focused therapy does not consistently lead to improved social …

Part-Time Military Service and Sacrifice: Understanding The Outcomes of Long-Term Reserve Service With Partners And Employers

Abstract: This research aimed to understand the lived experience of part time reservists and how they balance family and civilian work with their military commitments. Results …

Do children with autism receiving behavior analysis services experience deteriorated functioning during parent military deployment? A retrospective analysis of three cases

Abstract:When a military parent deploys, the effects can be felt throughout the family. The family system needs to adjust to the absence of one parent, and that process can be …

Report on caregivers in military families

Abstract: The Department's response to House Report 117-397, pages 171-172, accompanying H.R. 7900, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023, "Report …

Strengthening military families amid global challenges

Abstract: The Military Family Lifestyle Survey (MFLS) stands out for its 15-year legacy as the only annual survey designed exclusively for both military and Veteran families, …

10 things to know about Veterans and their families: desk aid

Abstract: The guidance is designed to help you better understand veterans and their families who might interact with your policies or services, be a customer or require support and …