The emotional phases of marital separation: An empirical investigation.

Gray, Cathleen; Koopman, Elizabeth J.; Hunt, J. D.

doi:10.1037/h0079223

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“…These findings suggest that mental and behavioral health outcomes are more likely to be reported within a shorter time frame, which is consistent with a previous study that found that length of time from marital separation was the most powerful factor in emotional resolution [61]. Nonetheless, even short-term health and behavioral conditions demonstrated in this study may interfere with both relationships and work performance, and may influence future behaviors.…”

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confidence: 91%

Associations of military divorce with mental, behavioral, and physical health outcomes

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BackgroundDivorce has been linked with poor physical and mental health outcomes among civilians. Given the unique stressors experienced by U.S. service members, including lengthy and/or multiple deployments, this study aimed to examine the associations of recent divorce on health and military outcomes among a cohort of U.S. service members.MethodsMillennium Cohort participants from the first enrollment panel, married at baseline (2001–2003), and married or divorced at follow-up (2004–2006), (N = 29,314). Those divorced were compared to those who remained married for mental, behavioral, physical health, and military outcomes using logistic regression models.ResultsCompared to those who remained married, recently divorced participants were significantly more likely to screen positive for new-onset posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, smoking initiation, binge drinking, alcohol-related problems, and experience moderate weight gain. However, they were also more likely be in the highest 15th percentile of physical functioning, and be able to deploy within the subsequent 3-year period after divorce.ConclusionsRecent divorce among military members was associated with adverse mental health outcomes and risky behaviors, but was also associated with higher odds of subsequent deployment. Attention should be given to those recently divorced regarding mental health and substance abuse treatment and prevention strategies.

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confidence: 91%

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“…Depression. At some point in the grief process, usually after the first year (Gray et al, 1991;Melichar & Chiriboga, 1988), the denial no longer holds up. At this time the support network has often retreated, and the client often falls into a significant depression.…”

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confidence: 95%

“…When it occurs, this stage is easy to recognize. Although most studies report that this stage only occurs five to six years after the first separation (Gray et al, 1991;Melichar & Chiriboga, 1988;Wallerstein, 1986). It is a joyful time.…”

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confidence: 96%

“…Because this pain is so acute and coming to terms with themselves is so frightening, people will at times remarry at this time and thus interrupt the process of resolution of their divorce. This stage can last for several years (Gray et al, 1991;Melichar & Chiriboga, 1988;Wallerstein, 1986) with the person going from brief stages of euphoria to stages of despair, however, it is critical in the process. Before a new self can emerge, individuals must rid themselves of their old selves, and for a time, tolerate the vulnerability of this transitional stage.…”

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confidence: 97%

“…However, according to Kraus (1979) a movement began to view "divorce as development" focusing on the unique opportunities for growth rather than taking the pathogenic perspective (Kaffman & Talmon, 1984;Sutton & Sprenkle, 1985;Crosby, Gage & Raymond, 1983). More recent models (Hansen & Shireman, 1986;Melichar & Chiriboga, 1988;Gray 1991) discuss the psychic disorganization which results from the rupture in attachment, but go on to describe the intra-psychic reorganization that occurs. This psychic reorganization is the basis for self-transcendence and is central to the transpersonal perspective.…”

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Cited by 18 publications

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