Impact of Vietnam veterans' arousal and avoidance on spouses' perceptions of family life

Author(s): Erdmann, M. A., Briggs, K.

Journal/Book: Amer J Fam Ther. 1998; 26: 1900 Frost Rd, Ste 101, Bristol, PA 19007-1598. Brunner/Mazel Inc. 115-128.

Abstract: This study examined the associations between Vietnam veterans' levels of war-related symptoms of arousal and avoidance and their spouses' perceptions of their current family cohesion, adaptability, communication, and parental and marital satisfaction, using veterans' and their spouses' self-reports. The results indicate significant associations between the psychological impact of war service and spouses' perceptions of their family functioning and satisfaction.

Note: Article Hendrix CC, Oklahoma State Univ, Coll Human Environm Sci, Dept Family Relat & Child Dev, Stillwater,OK 74078 USA

Keyword(s): STRESS DISORDER; SOCIAL SUPPORT; COMBAT; ADJUSTMENT; LONELINESS; QUALITY; SCALE

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