E20: The Psychological Adjustment Experience of Reintegration Following Discharge from Military Service: A Systematic Review

"The Psychological Adjustment Experience of Reintegration Following Discharge from Military Service: A Systematic Review" by M Romaniuk & C Kidd explores the psychological adjustment challenges veterans face when transitioning from military to civilian life following discharge. The research synthesizes findings from 18 qualitative and mixed-methods studies, revealing that veterans commonly experience significant and multiple losses, particularly concerning military culture, community, and their sense of purpose. These losses contribute to difficulties in forming a new civilian identity and navigating less structured societal norms, which often leads to psychological distress. The review also identifies gaps in existing literature, such as insufficient reporting of service length and a focus on post-deployment rather than post-discharge reintegration experiences. Ultimately, the study underscores the critical importance of addressing these experiences of loss to support the psychological well-being of transitioning military veterans. You can read the original article here: https://jmvh.org/article/the-psychological-adjustment-experience-of-reintegration-following-discharge-from-military-service-a-systemic-review/ #podcast #militarymedicine #AMMA #JMVH #veteranshealth #militaryhealth