The role of psychological symptomatology and social support in the academic adjustment of previously deployed student veterans
Research SummaryAPA Citation:
Campbell, R., & Riggs, S. A. (2015). The role of psychological symptomatology and social support in the academic adjustment of previously deployed student veterans. Journal of American College Health, 63(7), 473-481. doi:10.1080/07448481.2015.1040408
Abstract Created by REACH:
College student Veterans were surveyed to examine the associations between social support, unit support, mental health, and academic adjustment. There were significant findings that suggested aspects of mental health were related to academic adjustment. Further, each type of support was also related to academic adjustment.
Focus:
Mental health
Other
Veterans
Branch of Service:
Air Force
Army
Marine Corps
Multiple branches
Navy
Military Affiliation:
Veteran
Subject Affiliation:
Guard/Reserve member
Veteran
Population:
Adulthood (18 yrs & older)
Young adulthood (18 - 29 yrs)
Thirties (30 - 39 yrs)
Middle age (40 - 64 yrs)
Methodology:
Empirical Study
Quantitative Study
Cross-Sectional Study
Authors:
Campbell, Robyn, Riggs, Shelley A.
Abstract:
Context: Research has indicated that returning Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom (OEF/OIF) veterans are experiencing mental health concerns following deployment. Increasing numbers of veterans are enrolling in higher education institutions; there is a scarcity of empirical research investigating student veterans' experiences as they transition into college. Objective: To examine the effects of psychological distress and social support on academic adjustment among a sample of student veterans who were previously deployed. Design, Setting, and Participants: Participants were 117 military veterans enrolled in college. Questionnaires were administered via SurveyMonkey from June 2012 to April 2013. Results: Results indicated that military unit support during deployment, current social support, anxiety, and posttraumatic symptoms, but not depressive symptoms, were significantly associated with academic adjustment. Conclusions: Results from the current study can be used by college administrators and counseling centers to improve service delivery and programming specifically for student veterans.
Publisher/Sponsoring Organization:
Taylor & Francis
Publication Type:
Article
REACH Publication
Author Affiliation:
Department of Psychology, University of North Texas, RC
Department of Psychology, University of North Texas, SAR
Keywords:
academic adjustment, psychological symptomatology, social support, student veterans
REACH Publication Type:
Research Summary