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Consider the experiences of a military-connected teen: one day, they might be deeply rooted in a community, and the next, they are adapting to a new school system in a different state, simultaneously navigating new social dynamics and the emotional complexities of a parent’s deployment. These multifaceted experiences, while fostering significant adaptability, can also impact social and academic continuity.

This blog discusses support for parents children are impacted by or exhibiting problematic behaviors, such as bullying behaviors.

Written by: Austin B. Byrd, DVM, School of Veterinary Medicine, Texas Tech University As we grow older, maintaining our health—physically, emotionally, and mentally—becomes more important than ever. For many older adults, companion animals like dogs and cats are more than just pets, they’re lifelines that provide comfort, purpose, and joy....

Breastfeeding is the process of feeding an infant with milk from the breasts. All post-pregnancy female mammals, including humans, undergo lactation, the production of milk from the mammary glands to feed a newborn (Capuco & Akers, 2009). Breast milk is produced naturally under the control of hormones.

Financial challenges significantly affect families’ ability to ensure adequate nutrition. This can often manifest as food insecurity, a social or economic condition of uncertain access to food.

Written by: Rachel Brauner Military caregivers play a critical role in supporting service members and veterans (SMVs), often assuming long-term responsibilities that significantly affect their own well-being (Ramchand et al., 2024). But what happens when the caregiving ends? A recent longitudinal study by Brickell et al., (2023) offers new insight...

Implementing effective financial risk management strategies can serve as a buffer to maintain financial security across military family transitions.

Promoting military fathers’ positive involvement in caring for and raising children is a protective factor and promotes positive family functioning. Children exhibit fewer risk behaviors and engage in healthier, positive social skills when their parents are actively involved (El Nokali et al., 2010).