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‘Grown up’ children from armed forces families: Reflections on experiences of childhood and education

Abstract: This research set out to investigate the experiences of ‘grown up’ children from armed forces families, to gather their reflections on childhood and education, and to …

The impact of marital status and education level on occupational stress and adjustment level among infantry soldiers in the United States Army

Abstract:This quantitative study examined whether marital status and education level influence the development of occupational stress and adjustment difficulties among active-duty …

Refocusing on family readiness: How RAND can support the U.S. Air Force

Abstract: This brochure highlights PAF research from 2001 to 2024 that addresses key needs underscored in the Chief of Staff of the USAF (CSAF) August 16, 2024, memorandum …

Canadian military members' experiences of using programs and services to support upcoming release: A qualitative study

Abstract:Introduction: The transition from military to civilian life begins with the decision to leave military service, marking the onset of a unique journey for each individual. …

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, …

On the value of military service

Abstract: In January, I crossed the milestone of 24 years of service in two militaries—the British and Australian armies. It is fair to say that I am a professional soldier. …

Posttraumatic stress and mentalization in accounting for Veteran parents' use of corporal punishment: Parental over-certainty matters for multiracial children

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress symptoms have been closely linked with the use of harsh parenting practices in veteran families. This study was aimed at assessing the potential …

A preliminary analysis of psychological strengths: Service members' well-being post-deployment

Abstract: Deployments are stressful for both service members and their families. To promote the overall health and welfare of those impacted by military deployment, it is important …

Researching the needs of the Royal Navy submariner community

Abstract:This qualitative study, commissioned by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust and conducted by NatCen, explores the support needs of Royal Navy submariner families, …

The woman behind the warrior: Motherhood, career, and marriage in the Navy Seal community

Abstract:This autoethnography explores the unique challenges faced by myself as a Navy SEAL spouse, with a specific focus on balancing multiple roles as a spouse, mother, and …

Family-involved interventions may offer unique benefits for Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experiencing high family strain

Abstract: Objective: Family strain, which reflects the overall function of the family system, could play an important role in routine posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) care. We …