Provides a summary of the limited research on three uniquely stressful experiences of military families: relocation, separation, and reunion. Using the insights derived from this literature, identifies and discusses interventions to assist and guide military families through these unique events. (Contains 64 references.) (GCP)

Considers voluntary first home buying as a stressful event in the life cycle of the family whether or not that move involves relocating to another city or state. Focuses on how this major transition affects the couple relationship of the first time home buyers. (ABB)

Used Double ABCX model of family stress and adaptation to identify factors that are associated with successful adaptation to frequent involuntary relocation among 212 clergy families. Wives reported significantly higher stress, more negative perceptions of their most recent relocation, lower coping resources, and lower well-being that did clergy…

Examined the specific sources of stress among 122 recently transferred executives and their spouses. Results indicated differences among husbands and wives and various stressors related to mobility. Discusses ways in which families, communities and corporations may facilitate adaption and coping. (Author/RC)