Successful Military to Civilian Transition - A Video Interview

Abstract: This repository item is a video of an interview with Dr Jim McDermott, who conducted research into transition and the experience of military veterans. In Dr McDermott's …

A pilot study of an Enhanced Mental Health Assessment during routine and discharge medicals in the British Armed Forces

Abstract: Objectives: A pilot study to assess the practicality of introducing an enhanced mental health assessment (EMHA) into all routine and discharge medicals of the UK Armed …

The Armed Forces Covenant: Today and Tomorrow

Abstract: This report summarises the measures that the UK governement is implementing in the coming years and beyond, across all the defferent areas ehich relate to the Armed …

From War to the Workplace: Helping Veterans Transition to Civilian Work Settings

Abstract: This policy brief provides various recommendations that aim to reduce veteran unemployment and help veterans transition to civilian work settings. The brief explores the …

Anticipating Army Exit: Identity Constructions of Final Year UK Career Soldiers

Abstract: There is recent concern about what becomes of Armed Forces leavers. This is most apparent among leavers themselves and is a feature of short careers that compel …

A New Coalition for a Challenging Battlefield: Military and Veteran Health Research

Abstract: A New Coalition for a Challenging Battlefield: Military and Veteran Health Research represents the latest addition to the growing list of publications from the Canadian …

Assisting children and families with military‐related disruptions: The United States Marine Corps school liaison program

Abstract: Military families face a number of unique challenges, including frequent relocations and school transitions, as well as extended separations from loved ones. The …

Why do some ex-armed forces personnel end up in prison?

Abstract: New report emphasises the role of alcohol, social exclusion, and financial problems as contributing factors to why some ex-armed forces personnel end up in prison.

Soldiers to Citizens: The Link between Military Service and Volunteering

Abstract: Research shows that military service is linked with political engagement, such as voting. This connection is strongest for minorities. The authors explore the …

Survey on Transition to Civilian Life: Report on Regular Force Veterans

Abstract: Military to civilian transition is an important but poorly researched event in the life course of military Veterans. In this report, Veterans are former Canadian Forces …

Shaken world: coping with transition to civilian life.

Abstract: A 30-year-old female Canadian Forces (CF) Veteran* presents to a family physician for a first visit. She complains of back and knee pain and feelings of depression. She …