Family & Relationships
Family relationships and one’s larger social environment are crucial to Warfighter health and performance. If you can't find the answer to your Family & Relationships question in our resources, click the button below.
Family & Relationships Resources
Family Resilience
Positive family relationships have the power to help individuals overcome challenges and build resilience.
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Deployment Phases
In this section you'll find information grouped by phases of deployment: pre-deployment, deployment, reintegration, and post-deployment.
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Family Fitness
Warfighters have specific physical activity requirements based on their MOS, but spouses, children, parents, and other loved ones also have physical fitness requirements for their own individual and/or family missions.
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FDA to examine adding caffeine to foods
The FDA is investigating the recent trend of caffeine added to many food products and its possible effect on children and adolescents.
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Family & Relationships News
Challenges facing service members caring for their aging parents
Military service members with aging parents are often concerned due to geographic separation and an already heavy load of other demanding responsibilities. However, through various forms of communication, family involvement, and a parent-care plan, worry can be reduced and emotional bonds can be strengthened.
Communication is key
Proper communication between parents and children during deployment can reduce the risk of potential behavioral concerns.
Arsenic and apple juice: some answers
Recent news have reported arsenic found in apple juice but the FDA says it is safe to drink
Don’t forget about yourself!
As the non-deployed parent, it is important to take care of yourself.
Capitalizing on good news
Responding positively to news of good things helps strengthen relationships.
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