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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.

Differential Child Maltreatment Risk Across Deployment Periods of US Army Soldiers

Type
Abstract

Objectives. We described the risk for maltreatment among toddlers of US Army soldiers over different deployment cycles to develop a systematic response within the US Army to provide families appropriate supports. Methods.

Publication year
2015
Authors
Taylor, C. M. Ross, M. E. Wood, J. N. Griffis, H. M. Harb, G. C. Mi, L. Song, L. Strane, D. Lynch, K. G. Rubin, D. M.

Multifamily Group Treatment for Veterans With Mood Disorders: A Pilot Study

Type
Abstract

Mood disorders affect large numbers of individuals and their families, the ripple effects on relationship functioning can be great. Researchers have advocated for a relational perspective to mood disorder treatment, and several promising treatments have been developed.

Publication year
2015
Authors
Sherman, M. D. Fischer, E. P. Owen, R. R. Lu, L. Han, X.

Dance for Veterans: A Complementary Health Program for Veterans With Serious Mental Illness

Type
Abstract

Background: Adolescent substance use represents a significant public health concern. Growing research has linked peer victimization with substance use among youth, however, less attention has been devoted to the role of cyber victimization specifically, while controlling for peer aggression.

Publication year
2015
Authors
Wilbur, S. Meyer, H. B. Baker, M. R. Smiarowski, K. Suarez, C. A. Ames, D. Rubin, R. T.

Coming Home: A Prospective Study of Family Reintegration Following Deployment to a War Zone

Type
PRTW

Seventy-six partnered Air Force Service members were evaluated to determine correlates of family reintegration challenges. Service members reported on relationship functioning, communication, mental health, and reintegration challenges.

Publication year
2015
Authors
Balderrama-Durbin, C. Cigrang, J. A. Osborne, L. J. Snyder, D. K. Talcott, G. W. Slep, A. M. S. Heyman, R. E. Tatum, J. Baker, M. Cassidy, D. Sonnek, S.

Adverse Childhood Experiences, Family Functioning, and Resilience in Military Families: A Pattern-Based Approach

Type
PRTW

Negative childhood experiences may be related to long-term, negative consequences in adulthood. Results from this study found that there are specific types of families who may be vulnerable to experiencing negative consequences as a result of adverse childhood experiences.

Publication year
2015
Authors
Oshiri, A. Lucier-Greer, M. O'Neal, C. W. Arnold, A. Mancini, J. A. Ford, J. L.