Serving Military Families

This book introduces readers to military life. Stories from those in active duty, veterans, and their families bring experiences to life. Research, theories, and policies are reviewed to better prepare readers for working with military families. Featured throughout are Voices from the Frontline from those in active duty, Spotlight on Research highlighting the latest studies, Best Practices and Tips from the Frontline with suggestions from personnel. Readers learn about military family life including relocation, employment, education, and deployment. Issues caused by the trauma of war are reviewed along with programs that serve military families. The new edition features two new chapters.

Foreword 1. An Introduction to Military Culture and Military Families 2. An Overview of Military Personnel and Their Families 3. Defining Features of Military Family Life 4. Children and Youth in Military Families 5. Ways of Thinking About Family Stress and Resilience 6. Individual and Family Development in the Military 7. The Effects of War on Service Members 8. The Effects of War on Families 9. Women in the Military and Women Veterans 10. Veterans and Families 11. Policies and Programs that Support Military Families 12. Civilian Organizations that Support Military Families 13. Involving Families in Systems and Strategies of Care 14. Serving Military Families