The Nature and Outcomes for Women of Stressors Associated with Military Life

Abstract

This study used a sample of 1523 active duty and reserve Army women; it provides data on the level of stressors, buffers, and positive and negative outcomes among these women by rank-branch groups. It also provides the results of logistic and linear regression models that examine the association between stressors, buffers, and outcomes. Methods: Focus groups were used to inform the development of a survey questionnaire, which was administered anonymously at 13 active duty and 16 reserve locations. Results: Overall, there were many indicators that suggested that women were functioning well. Few women reported many sick days, drug use, or serious alcohol problems. Performance was good overall. Three-quarters of women rated their morale as moderate or better. Sexual harassment and discrimination, however, were still major factors in many of these women's lives. The enlisted women have substantial financial pressures, and women overall tended to have undesirably high levels of sleep problems and psychological problems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA399351

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  • Kathleen Jordan

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  • RTI International

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  • Biomedical

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  • Employment
  • Ethnic Groups
  • Health Services
  • Human Behavior
  • Human Population
  • Medical Personnel
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Psychiatry
  • Recreation
  • Sociology

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