When Veterans Return: The Role of Community in Reintegration
When Veterans Return: The Role of Community in Reintegration
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DOI：
10.1080/15325024.2010.519281
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发表时间：
2011-01-01
影响因子：
4.7
通讯作者：
Demers, Anne
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作者：
Demers, Anne
研究人员探讨了伊拉克和阿富汗战争退伍军人的经历，以了解重新融入平民生活的挑战及其对心理健康的影响。受访者完成了初步电子调查并参加了六个焦点小组之一。退伍军人面临着高度的痛苦，他们夹在军队和平民文化之间，感到与家人和朋友疏远，并经历身份危机。叙事被认为是解决问题的一种手段。建议包括发展社会支持和过渡团体；对临床医生、社会工作者和大学辅导员进行军事文化能力培训；并进一步研究以确定成功重新融入社会的途径。
Experiences of Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans were explored to understand the challenges of reintegrating into civilian life and the impact on mental health. Respondents completed preliminary electronic surveys and participated in one of six focus groups. High levels of distress exist among veterans who are caught between military and civilian cultures, feeling alienated from family and friends, and experiencing a crisis of identity. Narrative is identified as a means of resolution. Recommendations include development of social support and transition groups; military cultural competence training for clinicians, social workers, and college counselors; and further research to identify paths to successful reintegration into society.