Research Report

This report presents a comprehensive review of the literature regarding the ways families, especially military families, are impacted by and function in the context of financial stress.

The examination of rates of child abuse and neglect in military families generally and during the deployment cycle specifically as well as the exploration of general risk and protective factors have significant implications for policies, programs, and future research.

The examination of rates of child abuse and neglect in military families generally and during the deployment cycle specifically as well as the exploration of general risk and protective factors have significant implications for policies, programs, and future research.

This document provides the results of a comprehensive review of trainings and resources that educate civilian populations about military culture.

This report then offers an overview of the research on the effects of child maltreatment on victims’ physical health, mental health, academic functioning, and relationship functioning. Broader economic consequences for both individuals and communities are also described.

Volunteers play an important role in providing health and education services and in supporting youth development and family programs. Hiring volunteers can be a cost effective way to supplement services provided by paid staff.

Public awareness campaigns (PACs) can be an effective component of a comprehensive strategy to promote change at the level of the individual, organization, community, or society.

This report provides a comprehensive summary of the research on the reintegration experiences of Service members, military spouses, and military children.

The Service member’s transition out of the military involves the entire family.

The number of people using social networking sites has nearly doubled since 2008, with 74% of online adults now using social media. This growing trend allows organizations to reach individuals, deliver information, and respond to unique needs in a way that was previously impossible.