Is prevention better than cure? A systematic review of the effectiveness of well-being interventions for military personnel adjusting to civilian life.

ABSTRACT: Exposure to stressful and potentially traumatic experiences is a risk for military personnel and for some this may increase susceptibility to reduced well-being. The aim of this systematic review was to examine the effectiveness of interventions to promote the well-being of military personnel adjusting to civilian life. Electronic databases were searched including MEDLINE, Embase, HMIC, PsycINFO, Pilots and CINAHL. Twelve articles, all conducted in the USA, were included in the review. Articles were synthesised narratively and assessed for bias against established criteria. The studies evaluated the effectiveness of interventions for current and former military personnel. The interventions included expressive writing, anger management, cognitive training, psycho-education, and techniques t

SUBMITTER: Bauer A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5931793 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature