Factors associated with low unit cohesion in Australian Defence Force members who deployed to the Middle East (2001-2009)

摘要: Introduction Unit cohesion has been shown to bolster the mental health of military personnel; hence, it is important identify characteristics that are associated with low unit cohesion, so interventions improve can be targeted and implemented. Little known about factors cohesion. This research aims demographic, service deployment Methods Data from a self-reported cross-sectional study 11 411 current or ex-serving Australian personnel deployed Iraq Afghanistan between 2001 2009 were used. Multivariable logistic regression was used investigate aims. Results Being female (adjusted OR (aOR) (95% CI) 1.35 (1.21 1.51)), non-commissioned officer (aOR 1.50 (1.39 1.62)), lower ranked 1.74 (1.51 2.01)) having left 1.71 (1.46 2.02)) reporting Potentially modifiable such as performing roles on 1.13 (1.01 1.27)), dissatisfaction work experience working colleagues who did not do what expected them 4.09 (3.61 4.64)), major problems at home while (1.38 1.63)) also Conclusions first The nature means leaders could use this information subgroups for resilience may reduce vulnerabilities job satisfaction, preparedness experiences serving members.