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Researchers to Study Military Marriages and Counseling
By: Associated Press
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FAIRBORN, Ohio (AP) — Researchers at Wright State University in southwestern Ohio have received nearly $900,000 to watch and study about 250 Air Force couples who’ve been in a committed relationship at least six months.
The Dayton Daily News reports university psychology researchers are trying to determine the effectiveness of intervening in marriages early to preserve more of them.
A psychology professor says military couples face long periods of separation and highly stressful situations that can distract active duty soldiers.
Military marriages divorce slightly less often than civilian marriages. Both groups are unlikely to utilize marriage counseling.
The researchers plan to have the couples meet with a behavioral health provider. The sessions are supposed to evaluate their concerns, history and strengths.
The couple will then receive feedback about what the researchers observe.