Self-reported data from dependent children of Army Service members were used to examine the association between Body Mass Index (BMI), the odds of being overweight or obese, dietary outcomes, and state competitive food and beverages (CF&B) policies.
Youth programs are designed to support youth development; however, not much is known about youth's own perspectives of what adult behaviors are most supportive.
Understanding the occurrence of sexual assault and sexual harassment in military settings is an important issue.
Death by suicide is a growing concern for US Military branches. Enlisted Marines is one segment of the military that has experienced a significant increase in suicide rates. This study examined risk factors associated with the risk of suicide completion among male Active Duty Marines.
National Guard and Reserve Service members have a significantly different experience than Active Duty Service members regarding the deployment and post-deployment process. In this study, the problems Guard and Reserve Soldiers faced upon return from deployment were examined.
It is important to understand the negative effects of domestic violence on child outcomes. This population-based study interviewed the primary caregiver of 2,810 children aged three, six, or nine years old.
Resilience is important for Service members' mental health; however, little is known about the associations between self-assessed resilience and Service members' well-being.
Online relationship education programs are helpful at increasing relationship satisfaction; however, the effect of such programs on couples with intimate partner violence (IPV) is unknown.
Although men are more likely to commit suicide, few studies have explored the association between male gender role stressors and suicide within the military. This study utilized the perspectives of bereaved family members' to identify male gender role stressors (e.g.
Children with developmental disabilities may have decreased knowledge of personal safety skills, increasing the risk of maltreatment. Structured interviews assessed the personal safety knowledge of children with developmental disabilities referred to a risk reduction program.
Military members and civilians have different patterns of violent behaviors; however, little is known about the differences between military members and civilians who perpetrated murder-suicide (i.e., a person kills someone[s] and then commits suicide within one day).
Youth programs focus on a variety of skills and tasks, but this study reviewed the common theme of how youth build trust in their program leaders.
Veterans' posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms may be related to intimate partner aggression, although the underlying mechanisms are unclear. The effect of social skills deficits on the associations between PTSD and intimate partner aggression was examined in the study.
Married couples may experience tension over the course of marriage. By assessing 355 newlywed couples over 16 years, the study examined the change of marital tension over time and the relationship between marital tension and divorce.
Service members that are victims of sexual assault may experience severe emotional trauma and a variety of negative outcomes following the assault.
Parenting programs are important for military parents who experienced deployment and have school-age children, but little is known about the effectiveness of such programs.
An examination of a web-based treatment approach for concerned partners of Service members and Veterans who misuse alcohol was conducted.
Stress and disruptive behavior in children are often topics of concern among parents. This study examined the association between parental stress, parenting strategies, and disruptive behavior problems in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
A significant portion of Veterans struggle with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after returning home from OEF or OIF. For some, poorly or unmanaged symptoms can lead to negative outcomes, including homelessness and unemployment.
Understanding the behavior problems that are most associated with increased stress in parents of children with special needs may help guide interventions.
Military suicide is a significant mental health concern for both Active Duty Soldiers and Veterans and can have a lasting impact on their friends and families.
This study utilized the ABC-X model of family stress and resiliency theory to provide information about specific family and parental stress, family coping, appraisal of stress and coping abilities, and quality of life for spouses at various stages of a recent military deployment.
Parents who lost a child due to cancer experience intense trauma and sadness, and bereavement programs may provide the intervention and support parents need.
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a concern for Service members and their families. This study considered the impact of PTSD on the effectiveness of a 14-week parenting intervention for Service members and their spouses.
Little is known about how family processes during a deployment (i.e. household routines and rituals, communication) affect the Service member and each family member during reintegration.
Interview data from parents who completed the mindfulness awareness for parenting stress (MAPS) program were utilized to explore whether participation reduced school-related stress in parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
This study examines the association between post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), drug abuse, and partner violence on recent Veterans and their partners.
Children with autism spectrum disorders often lack social skills, and they may benefit from behavioral skills training by their parents. This study had four mother-son dyads complete a behavioral skills training that included instructions, modeling, role-play, and feedback.
Readiness and Resilience in National Guard Soldier (RINGS-2) data were used to examine sleep complaint trajectories of at-home intimate partners of Guard members throughout the deployment cycle.
In cultures that especially value a higher masculine gender role in men, such as the military, men may have an added risk for developing posttraumatic distress after a traumatic event.