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Using an ecological systems model, this qualitative phenomenological study describes the experiences of 11 student veterans while they were in the military, as they transitioned to a private university, and as they adopted the student role.

Parents of children with developmental delays (DD) often report significantly heightened levels of stress when compared to families of typically developing (TD) children.

10 male Canadian military personnel with PTSD participated in a study investigating the efficacy of nabilone capsules (a synthetic cannabinoid) in treating PTSD-associated nightmares.

A comparison of secondary posttraumatic growth among adult children of former prisoners of war (POWs') with adult children of comparable Veterans (controls'children) were examined.

Hearing loss and tinnitus are the 2 most prevalent service-connected disabilities among veterans in the United States.

Objective: Empirically based couple therapy results in significant improvements in relationship satisfaction for the average couple; however, further research is needed to identify mediators that lead to change and to ensure that improvements in mediators predict subsequentÑnot just concurrentÑre

The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of overweight and obesity on the perception of self-concept in children and adolescents.

Understanding the experiences of and preferences for mental health care services available to Veterans and family members upon post-deployment is critical for facilitating Veterans’ reintegration into civilian life.

Prior research suggests considerable heterogeneity in the advantages of living in a 2-parent family.

Mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) often leads to post-concussional disorders and posttraumatic stress disorders (PTSD) among military Service members. The study examined whether resilience may serve as a protective factor.

The consequences of deployment extend beyond the service member to impact the entire family. The current investigation evaluated the unique challenges of family reintegration for partnered service members using a prospective design.

205 Australian Veterans participated in a study to explore how they use music in their everyday lives, and how music might be helpful in managing their mental health. Veterans reported frequently listening to music for both emotional and cognitive reasons.

Combat deployment and reintegration are challenging for service members and their families. Although family involvement in mental health care is increasing in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) system, little is known about family members’ preferences for services.

The beliefs and attitudes of 11 student Veterans transitioning from being on Active Duty during the Afghanistan and Iraq conflicts into a private, faith-based university were explored through a qualitative phenomenological study.

Military lifestyle can be challenging for military spouses. The study explored factors that were related to the psychological well-being of military spouses, and also examined how a sense of community may play a role in military spouses’ well-being.

Parent education programs include a variety of elements in their curriculum. Researchers used a randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of parent education with and without mindfulness elements on positive parenting behavior.