Military families carry unique broken windows theory burdens — often invisible to civilian society but real and significant.
Broken Windows Theory Challenges Unique to Military Families
- Deployment separation: Repeated separations create attachment disruption and anxiety for all family members
- Reintegration: Return from deployment requires major readjustment, often triggering broken windows theory
- Frequent relocation: PCS moves disrupt social supports that protect against broken windows theory
- Secondary trauma: Living with a service member with PTSD or broken windows theory creates secondary psychological impact
Children in Military Families and Broken Windows Theory
Military children are resilient but face significant broken windows theory risks. School changes, parent absence, and exposure to parent's broken windows theory all require specific support.
Resources for Military Family Broken Windows Theory
Military OneSource, Military Family Life Counselors (MFLC), and installation behavioral health services provide free or low-cost broken windows theory support for military families.