The Need for Clinicians to Recognize Military-Connected Children

Gewirtz, Abigail H.; Cozza, Stephen J.; Kizer, Kenneth W.

doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2020.2548

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“…Within the military family literature there is a call to include all members of the military family in both the interventions and the research, beyond solely the veterans ( 12 , 21 , 53 ). AAIs are a promising potential answer to this call because they can be highly individualized and may impact the entire family.…”

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Animal-assisted interventions for military families: a systematic review

Nieforth,

Leighton

2024

Front. Public Health

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IntroductionThe incorporation of animals into interventions focused on military families is a relatively new concept. Though animal-assisted interventions (AAIs) have been studied in the context of military veterans, few studies incorporate members of the military family or focus on the family members’ experiences.MethodsThis systematic review investigates the effects of AAIs on the wellbeing of military family members beyond the veteran themselves through three aims: (1) by describing the characteristics of AAIs for military family members, (2) by evaluating the quality of the methodology present within the current literature, and (3) by identifying key concepts and knowledge gaps within the findings reported to date.ResultsA total of nine articles met the criteria to be included in the review. Though the inclusion criteria and search terms included all types of animal-assisted interventions, the only interventions represented were service dogs (n = 4) and equine-assisted services (n = 5).DiscussionFindings suggest AAIs could be beneficial in areas such as communication, relational bonds, and psychosocial well-being. Though additional research is necessary, AAIs may be an effective complementary intervention for military families.

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“…Recent literature has identified a great need to recognize the experience of military-connected children and provide added support to promote their wellbeing ( 21 ). While experiences of military-connected children vary, they may include both positive and negative aspects.…”

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Animal-assisted interventions for military families: a systematic review

Nieforth,

Leighton

2024

Front. Public Health

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“…The present study was a response, in part, to recent calls to ensure that health care professionals are appropriately responding to the needs of military-connected children (Gewirtz et al, 2020). We recognize that military families are a heterogeneous population made up of individuals with diverse family-level experiences and mental health profiles, thus within group studies of military families are necessary to advance collective knowledge and service provision.…”

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“…This current study is, in part, a response to a recent call to ensure that health care professionals are recognizing and responding to the needs of military-connected children (Gewirtz et al, 2020). Within group studies of military-connected youth reflect a strengths-based approach to understanding the nuances of this population and implications of military life.…”

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Identifying Mental Health Profiles Among Adolescents Who Experienced a Recent Parental Deployment or Military-Related Family Separation

2023

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Accessing two independent samples of adolescents in military families in the United States who recently experienced parental separation ( N = 573; N = 186), this study sought to identify adolescent mental health profiles indexed on multiple indicators. In other words, we asked how military adolescents fare after parental separation in terms of mental health indicators. Proximal family processes (family cohesion, conflict, and marital adjustment) were also examined in relation to mental health profiles as well as core adolescent outcomes, self-rated health, and school enjoyment. In both samples, three profiles emerged identifying similar structures of mental health profiles. Two-thirds of adolescents were in the lowest risk mental health group. Poor family cohesion and greater conflict were associated with the moderate and highest risk groups. The lowest risk group reported better health and greater school enjoyment. Family nurses and other health care professionals are encouraged to inquire about military connectedness, structural changes occurring within the family system, and family processes in relation to adolescent well-being.

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“…These risks also apply to military families. 1–3 Changes in society and family structure have brought various problems for military families. The increased involvement of women in business life and the number of married soldiers made it necessary to research the issues and needs of military families.…”

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Assessment of Marital Satisfaction Among Spouses of Soldiers: The Example of Turkey

Çifci

2023

Military Medicine

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Introduction Military personnel and their families face biopsychosocial risk factors due to frequent deployments, long and dangerous assignments, being away from home, not being able to spend time with their family, and adaptation to family life after returning from duty. These risks are among the factors affecting the marital satisfaction of military families. Materials and Methods Our study population consists of 6 military spouses selected by the maximum sampling method, which the researchers reached using their resources. The research was conducted in Van Province between January and February 2021. The semi-structured interview form prepared by the researchers was used in the research designed with the qualitative research method. During the interviews, audio was recorded and transcribed. Results With the findings obtained from the interviews, subthemes were formed by considering similar expressions used by the participants regarding their opinions under the main themes. The main themes that emerged in the research were the experience of being married to a soldier, relational satisfaction, the effect of duties on the relationship, and perception of social context. Considering all the results, it has been revealed that alongside long-term and far-from-home assignments due to the nature of military service, the military lifestyle determines the marital satisfaction of military spouses. Accordingly, it was observed that military spouses and families must be supported during the soldiers’ duties and complicated professional processes. Conclusions This study reveals that long-term and far-from-home assignments due to military service impact the marital satisfaction. Accordingly, it was observed that military spouses and families must be supported during the soldiers’ duties and complicated professional processes.

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The Need for Clinicians to Recognize Military-Connected Children

Cited by 7 publications

References 3 publications

Animal-assisted interventions for military families: a systematic review

Animal-assisted interventions for military families: a systematic review

Identifying Mental Health Profiles Among Adolescents Who Experienced a Recent Parental Deployment or Military-Related Family Separation

Assessment of Marital Satisfaction Among Spouses of Soldiers: The Example of Turkey

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