Divorce Rate Increases in Marine Corps, Army
Divorce rate increases in Marine Corps, Army as wars strain marriages
Military programs aimed at helping couples include the Army chaplains' Strong Bonds, which helps single-soldiers choose mates wisely and build lifelong relationships; a couples course, and a family course that trains couples with children to stay close and parent well.
Officials also have worked to improve the quality of life for families by funding various programs and services such as health care, better schools, youth services and child care.
The Marines have offered workshops to teach couples to manage conflict, solve problems and communicate better. The Navy started a similar program, using weekend retreats for couples.
Troops also get mental-health training in a program called Battlemind that teaches about common problems to expect at home as they readjust to domestic life.
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