Air Force

Effects of Work-Related Absences on Families: Evidence from the Gulf War

The purpose of this study was to estimate the effect of work-related separations on military families. Specifically, the authors estimate the effect of Gulf War deployment on divorce rates, spousal employment, and children’s disability rates (physical, emotional, or intellectual handicap).

2000
Angrist, J. D.
Johnson, J. H.

Family Violence in the Military: A Review of the Literature

Family violence, including both child maltreatment and spouse abuse, is a public health concern in both military and civilian populations. However, there is limited knowledge concerning violence in military families relative to civilian families.

2006
Rentz, E.
Martin, S.
Gibbs, D.
Clinton-Sherrod, M.
Hardison, J.
Marshall, S.