A systematic review of wellbeing in children: a comparison of military and civilian families.
Victoria WilliamsonSharon A M StevelinkEve Da SilvaNicola T FearPublished in: Child and adolescent psychiatry and mental health (2018)
This study is unique in its direct comparison of military and non-military connected youth. Our results highlight the need to examine the impact of military service in siblings and other close relatives on child wellbeing. Given the adverse impact of poor mental health on child functioning, additional research is needed ensure appropriate, evidence-based interventions are available for youth in military families.