During frequent and lengthy deployments, infidelity may be a concern for Service members and their significant others. This study examined how combat-exposed Service members’ experiences of infidelity during deployment were associated with post-deployment mental health.
In a pilot study we examined the effect of a one-week Operation Purple Camp intervention with children and adolescents (N = 48) in military families on their self-perception of social acceptance, athletic competence, and global self-worth.
Children and adolescents participated in a one-week Operation Purple Camp intervention (a summer camp intended to empower military families and their children to develop and maintain healthy relationships during the course of deployments) to test the effect of the camp on self-perceptions of soci
Military families with a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are underrepresented in the literature. In order to provide appropriate services, research must be done to determine the needs of these families.
Spouses and partners of Active Duty Service members with one young child with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder were interviewed to gather information on their experiences in the military.
Previous research indicates that suicidal ideation is higher among military-connected youth than non military-connected youth. This study extends prior work by examining suicidal ideation, plans, and attempts in military-connected and non military-connected adolescents.
Using data from students in 9th and 11th grades in California schools who completed the California Healthy Kids Survey in 2012-2013, researchers compared the rates of suicidal thoughts and behavior between military-connected and civilian students.