The Soldier Medic Mettle Study

Abstract

This study forges the existing gap in the literature on military health care providers by focusing solely on Combat Medics. Medics serve a vital role in the OEF/OIF theatres, yet, there is a paucity of research on Combat Medics. The overall purpose of the study was to conduct a behavioral health assessment among Combat Medics, to determine what factors account for resiliency among combat medics, and if resiliency is static, wanes, or cycles over time. The study incorporates a mixed-methods, prospective longitudinal design utilizing US Army Combat Medics. Findings can assist educators and leaders of Combat Medics to better prepare future Combat Medics for service in combat zones.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2013
Accession Number
AD1035972

Entities

People

  • James A. Haley
  • Paula Chapman

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Engineered Resilient Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Brain Injuries
  • Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • Education
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Health Services
  • Iraqi-War
  • Medical Personnel
  • Mental Health
  • Mental Health Services
  • Military Medicine
  • Military Personnel
  • Physicians
  • Public Health
  • Risk Factors
  • Training
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Medical or Health Care Field.
  • Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Care for Military Service Members and Veterans with Limb Loss or Disability.