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The research team within the Center for Research and Outreach has a multi-dimensional approach that includes conducting empirical studies, program evaluations, analysis of secondary data, and the use of empirical research to identify and address key issues impacting children, youth, and families. Through this process, we review academic literature, translate research into practice, develop materials to help non-academics be critical consumers of scientific research, and promote the use of evidenced-based information in decision making.

Criminal Behavior and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in Vietnam Veterans

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Abstract

When a sample of Vietnam veterans who has been incarcerated in the state prisons of Iowa were compared with a sample of Vietnam veterans from the community, the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (

Publication year
1987
Authors
Shaw, D. M. Churchill, C. M. Noyes Jr, R. Loeffelholz, P. L.

When His Ship Comes Home: The Stress of the Austrialian Seafarer's Partner

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Abstract

52 wives of Australian Merchant Navy men answered questions regarding the stress they and their family experienced due to the seafarer's long absence. Data were collected on work patterns, the effect of the lifestyle on their marriage, and sexual relations.

Publication year
1986
Authors
Foster, D. Cacioppe, R.

The Military and the Family as Greedy Institutions

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Abstract

This paper analyzes military families as the intersection of two societal institutions, both of which make great demands on individuals in terms of commitment, loyalty, time, and energy.

Publication year
1986
Authors
Segal, M. W.

Single Parents in the U.S. Air Force

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Abstract

Drawing upon survey data from a probability sample of 157 single parents in the U. S. Air Force, this article examines the work, personal, and family demands and adjustments of Air Force single parents.

Publication year
1986
Authors
Bowen, G. L. Orthner, D. K.

Single Parents in the U.S. Air Force

Type
PRTW

100 single Air Force parents participated in a study examining their adjustment to being a single parent and their work, personal, and family demands. Overall, these parents reported successful adjustment to single parenthood while enlisted in the Air Force.

Publication year
1986
Authors
Bowen, G. L. Orthner, D. K.

The Military Family in Review: Context, Risk, and Prevention

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Abstract
The authors review the research literature concerning the prevalence of psychosocial dysfunction in military families and describe background factors affecting the incidence of dysfunction in military settings.
Publication year
1986
Authors
Jensen, M. P. S. Lewis, C. R. L. Xenakis, L. S. N.

A Survey of Adolescent Military Family Members' Self-Image

Type
PRTW

Survey data were used to asses differences in self-image between civilian and military adolescents. Adolescents in military families scored similar to or better than civilian adolescents on levels of self-image.

Publication year
1985
Authors
Watanabe, H. K.

A Survey of Adolescent Military Family Members' Self-Image

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Abstract

The Offer Self-Image Questionnaire was administered to 135 adolescent military family members, ages 13 through 18. The data suggest that the usual demands placed on the military family do not deter the adolescent from developing a healthy self-image.

Publication year
1985
Authors
Watanabe, H. K.

Further Evidence on the Economic Effects of Poor Health

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Abstract

This paper examines variations in current economic welfare attributable to different profiles or histories of health status over the preceding ten year period.

Publication year
1985
Authors
Chirikos, T. N. Nestel, G.