Service and demographic factors, health, trauma exposure, and participation are associated with adjustment for former Australian Defense Force members.

ABSTRACT: Approximately 50% of transitioning service members report difficulty adjusting to civilian life. However, there is limited research exploring factors that influence adjustment for former Australian Defence Force (ADF) members. The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of demographic and service-related characteristics, trauma exposure, health, and participation in meaningful occupations on adjustment for former ADF members. One hundred and ninety-eight former ADF members completed a voluntary, online survey containing validated self-report measures for adjustment, health, and exposure to combat and military sexual trauma. Participation in meaningful occupations was assessed using open-ended questions and a rating scale for frequency of participation. A more difficult adjustmen

SUBMITTER: Carra K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10453966 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep-Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature