Children in military families are at greater risk for abuse or neglect when their parent(s) are deployed.

Deployed

Refers to the movement of military personnel to specific areas for service or duty.

Military Families

Families where one or more members serve in the armed forces, often facing unique challenges such as frequent relocations and deployment-related separations.

Abuse or Neglect

Involves the mistreatment of individuals, typically vulnerable ones like children or the elderly, through harmful actions or the failure to provide necessary care.