The Impact of Deployment on Female Italian Partners of Peacekeepers: Stressful Experiences and Coping Strategies

Stress related to military deployment among Italian peacekeepers and their families is reportedly often denied or minimized by Italian military officials. This study is a qualitative investigation into the stressors of Italian peacekeepers' wives and partners and the coping mechanisms used to manage those stressors. Participants reported increased stress and negative emotions during deployment, as well as the need for additional services for Italian peacekeepers' families.