Abstract

Reintegration into civilian life after military service is a critical transitional period for post-9/11 veterans, with 47-75% reporting challenges. This study aimed to explore associations between psychosocial challenges and enrichment outcomes among post-9/11 veterans. Given there are 18.4 million American veterans and an estimated 200,000 service members projected to separate annually, it is imperative that researchers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders understand the nuanced nature of reintegration.

Author Details

Kirsten M. Verkamp, PhD, MSN, RN - Advanced Fellow in Geriatrics South Texas Veterans Healthcare System

Sigma Membership

Delta Alpha at-Large

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Descriptive/Correlational

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

Veteran Reintegration, Psychosocial Challenges, Enrichment

Advisor

Andrea E. Berndt

Degree

PhD

Degree Grantor

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio

Degree Year

2024

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

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