The Impact of Infidelity on Combat-Exposed Service Members

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Summary

During frequent and lengthy deployments, infidelity may be a concern for Service members and their significant others. This study examined how combat-exposed Service members’ experiences of infidelity during deployment were associated with post-deployment mental health. Findings suggest a relationship between infidelity and increased mental health symptoms.

Citation
Kachadourian, K. L., Smith, B. N., Taft, C. T., Vogt, D. (2015). The Impact of Infidelity on Combat-Exposed Service Members. Journal of Traumatic Stress, 28, 418-425. doi:10.1001/jts.22033