The role of online communication in the lives of military spouses
Rea, J., Behnke, A., Huff, N., & Allen, K. (2015). The role of online communication in the lives of military spouses. Contemporary Family Therapy, 37(3), 329-339. doi:10.1007/s10591-015-9346-6
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Spouses of Marines who had experienced deployment or extended separation were interviewed to explore use of online social media. Participants reported that social media was their primary method of staying connected to their spouses during separations, but online communication can cause misunderstanding and conflict. Participants shared ways in which family life professionals could use technology to support military spouses.
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