Navy

Women veterans are at high risk for intimate partner violence (IPV), which has previously been defined as psychological, physical, or sexual violence from an intimate partner.

Female Veterans may be more vulnerable to intimate partner violence (IPV; e.g., stalking) than civilians.

Existing evidence suggests that military veterans with mental health disorders have poorer family functioning, although little research has focused on this topic.

Recent research suggests that psychiatric distress and combat trauma may result in poorer family functioning for Service members.

The purpose of this study was to determine how frequent permanent change of station moves and turnover in primary care providers are associated with continuity of care and patient satisfaction in military spouses.

Military families experience permanent change of stations (PCS) frequently, which may influence their opportunities to receive continuous medical care.