
Children of active-duty military face increased risk of psychiatric hospitalization when a parent is deployed for longer than 6 months, as suggested by new research presented during the American Psychiatric Association meeting in Hawaii.

Children of active-duty military face increased risk of psychiatric hospitalization when a parent is deployed for longer than 6 months, as suggested by new research presented during the American Psychiatric Association meeting in Hawaii.

An array of military-related presentations were given at this year’s American Psychiatric Association (APA) conference, addressing the rise of psychiatric issues in returning veterans and their families.