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Student Service Members/Veterans in Higher Education: A Systematic Review

  • Adam E. Barry EMAIL logo , Shawn D. Whiteman and Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth

Abstract

We systematically reviewed the data-based peer-reviewed research examining student service members/veterans (SSM/V) in higher education. Compared to civilian peers, SSM/V exhibit disproportionately higher rates of health risk behaviors and psychological symptoms, and personal and educational adjustment difficulties (i.e., inability to connect with peers and faculty on campus). Combat-related trauma is a contributing factor to these differences. The current evidence-base is scant, lacking nationally representative and/or longitudinal data to inform policies and programs for SSM/V.

Published Online: 2014-01-31
Published in Print: 2014-02

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