Male Veterans' Perceptions of Midlife Career Transition and Life Satisfaction: A Study of Military Men Transitioning to the Teaching Profession |
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| Authors: | Heather C. Robertson Pamelia E. Brott |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Human Services and Counseling, St. John's University;2. Department of Counselor Education, Virginia Tech, Northern Virginia Center. |
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| Abstract: | Members of Troops to Teachers (N = 102 male veterans) were surveyed regarding their career transition experiences and life satisfaction. Primary themes related to career transition included preparation for transition, investment vs. sacrifice, and rewards of new career. Primary themes related to life satisfaction included helping and serving others, accomplishment, and contentment vs. struggle. |
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| Keywords: | veterans career transition life satisfaction |
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