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The Occupational Needs Of Military Spouses During Deployments, Sin Hye Lee, Amy Lyons-Brown Aug 2023

The Occupational Needs Of Military Spouses During Deployments, Sin Hye Lee, Amy Lyons-Brown

Summer 2023 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium

Purpose: This research delves into the occupational needs of military spouses during deployments, investigating how deployments influence their well-being and occupational performance. This study aims to increase awareness and advocate for military spouses by gaining greater insight into their lived experiences during deployments.

Methods: A mixed-methods research design - 40 participants for the survey and 6 interviewees. The survey was guided by the SAMHSA's eight dimensions of wellness and a modified Role Checklist to identify the impact of deployments on wellness and role participation. The interview was based on a modified MOHOST assessment tool to explore the impact on occupational …