The Developmental Impacts of Military Culture on Its Children
Abstract
Todays military youth face significant developmental challenges during transitions which demand increased attention on improving current programs to reduce anxiety, maintain social connectedness, and bridge the gap between programs and opportunities offered on base as opposed to those offered off base. Despite increased awareness, military-connected counselor support, and administrative efficiencies, military youth are still at risk due to the instability associated with geographical separation from former peer and social support systems. These risks impact the emotional, cognitive, social, and physical development of military youth during a volatile stage of development. The Department of Defense should invest in continued research efforts to gain a deeper understanding of this challenge and create additional effective programming to mitigate the challenges for its military population such as increasing military-connected counselors, physically in schools and virtually, and the development of youth programs that reconnect military children from previous duty stations in order to enhance stability and promote positive youth development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 15, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1177868
Entities
People
- Jared W Streeter
Organizations
- Marine Corps University