Effects of Deployment on the Mental Health of Service Members at Fort Hood
Abstract
A factor in the Army's ability to perform its mission is the continuous supply of forces ready for deployment. The impact deployment has on the mental health of service members affects the policy and the resources needed for mental and behavioral health. The need exists for establishing a baseline to help implement appropriate policy, to improve treatment, and to quantify the resources needed for mental health. The objective of this research is to determine if a significant correlation exists between deployment and the outcome of a provider assessment for mental health. Data collected from the Post-Deployment Health Reassessment (DD Form 2900) were used to compare three deployment groups: never deployed (n= 167), deployed once (n= I 498), and deployed more than once (n=566). Comparisons were made with regard to the mental health screening dimensions of relationship problem, PTSD, alcohol problem, depression, anger problem, and suicidal ideation. Statistical analysis confirms that a significant difference exists for relationship problem F (2, 2228) 3.79, p = .02 and PTSD F (2, 2228) = 3.65, p = .03.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 06, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA473546
Entities
People
- Carla M. Dickinson