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Experiences in the war zone, shared narratives, and shifting identities: Systematic review of qualitative research

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Abstract

This systematic review examines qualitative research into the mental health issues encountered by military veteran personnel deployed to a combat zone. A small number of researchers have examined the often information-rich and complex experiences of returning personnel using a qualitative approach to data collection and analysis. However, qualitative studies have not often been appraised or synthesized. Using a qualitative method for conducting systematic review, the objectives of this article are twofold: (a) to review select research literature on veteran military populations, and (b) to describe veteran's experiences using a synthesis of themes across original qualitative research. Findings are discussed with considerations for applying qualitative research methods to future research of military service populations and implications for the provision of care.

Acceptance Date Oct 1, 2014
Publication Date Oct 1, 2014
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal The Humanistic Psychologist
Print ISSN 0887-3267
Publisher Routledge
Pages 331 - 353
DOI https://doi.org/10.1080/08873267.2014.893514
Keywords combat experience, war zone, qualitative, systematic review, synthesis
Publisher URL https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1080/08873267.2014.893514

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