Occasional Papers

Aug 21, 2013

The Role and Importance of the 'D' in PTSD

The American Psychiatric Association decided to maintain the full term posttraumatic stress disorder, but some military communities are using posttraumatic stress. RAND explored rationales for the decision and possible effects of informal use.

Michael P. Fisher, Terry L. Schell
Feb 27, 2013

Physical and Psychological Health Following Military Sexual Assault: Recommendations for Care, Research, and Policy

This paper reviews data on the prevalence of sexual assault among servicemembers, predictors of disclosure, efforts to improve disclosure, victim needs, and DoD efforts to provide necessary resources in the immediate aftermath of a sexual assault.

Coreen Farris, Terry L. Schell, Terri Tanielian
Dec 10, 2012

Increasing Organizational Diversity in 21st-Century Policing: Lessons from the U.S. Military

Discusses three lessons from the Military Leadership Diversity Commission that can inform police departments on issues related to workforce diversity. Gives specific suggestions on how to apply these lessons in the context of law enforcement.

Abigail Haddad, Kate Giglio, Kirsten M. Keller, Nelson Lim
Nov 27, 2012

A Review of the U.S. Workplace Wellness Market

This paper describes the current state of workplace wellness programs in the United States, including typical program components; assesses uptake among employers; reviews the evidence for program impact; and evaluates the use of incentives.

Soeren Mattke, Christopher Schnyer, Kristin R. Van Busum
Nov 12, 2012

Implementation of the Common Core State Standards: Recommendations for the Department of Defense Education Activity Schools

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) recently adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). This paper summarizes work by researchers at the RAND Corporation and others that can guide DoDEA in strategic implementation of the CCSS.

Anna Rosefsky Saavedra, Jennifer L. Steele
Nov 9, 2012

Unemployment Among Post-9/11 Veterans and Military Spouses After the Economic Downturn

Policymakers need to understand whether military spouses succeed at finding jobs and how veterans fare economically after they leave the military. But these groups differ from the civilian population in important ways, making comparisons difficult.

Paul Heaton, Heather Krull
Nov 8, 2012

Labor Force Reentry: Issues for Injured Service Members and Veterans

As large numbers of service members and veterans, many with serious injuries, return from Iraq and Afghanistan, it is critical to examine the effectiveness of the return-to-work resources available to help them obtain and retain gainful employment.

Karen Chan Osilla, Kristin R. Van Busum
Oct 29, 2012

"Over Not Through": The Search for a Strong, Unified Culture for America's Airmen

This paper explores Airmen's culture and outlines five cultural narratives that are tied to major moments in the Air Force's history. It argues that a single Air Force narrative is essential to serve the nation best.

Paula G. Thornhill
Oct 29, 2012

A Strategy-Based Framework for Accommodating Reductions in the Defense Budget

RAND analysts posit that federal budget deficit pressure may result in further Defense Department reductions, and suggest starting from a strategy basis in determining cuts, prioritizing challenges, and identifying where to accept more risk.

Stuart Johnson, Irv Blickstein, David C. Gompert, Charles Nemfakos, Harry J. Thie, Michael J. McNerney, Duncan Long, Brian McInnis, Amy Potter
Oct 4, 2012

Addressing Challenges in Evaluating School Principal Improvement Efforts

This report describes challenges that states, districts, and other entities can expect to encounter as they evaluate efforts targeting school leadership as a way to improve student outcomes and offers suggestions for dealing with those challenges.

Susan Burkhauser, Ashley Pierson, Susan M. Gates, Laura S. Hamilton
Sep 5, 2012

The U.S. Drug Policy Landscape: Insights and Opportunities for Improving the View

This paper provides a nonpartisan primer on U.S. drug use and drug policy. It aims to bring those new to drug policy up to speed and provide ideas to researchers and potential funders about how they could make strong contributions to the field.

Beau Kilmer, Jonathan P. Caulkins, Rosalie Liccardo Pacula, Peter Reuter
Aug 29, 2012

Aviation Security: After Four Decades, It's Time for a Fundamental Review

Budgetary constraints, heavy passenger loads, and popular hostility toward screening procedures are all challenges to securing commercial aviation. After 40 years of focus on tactical measures, it is time for a sweeping review of aviation security.

Brian Michael Jenkins

Occasional Papers

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The Role and Importance of the 'D' in PTSD

Physical and Psychological Health Following Military Sexual Assault: Recommendations for Care, Research, and Policy

Increasing Organizational Diversity in 21st-Century Policing: Lessons from the U.S. Military

A Review of the U.S. Workplace Wellness Market

Implementation of the Common Core State Standards: Recommendations for the Department of Defense Education Activity Schools

Unemployment Among Post-9/11 Veterans and Military Spouses After the Economic Downturn

Labor Force Reentry: Issues for Injured Service Members and Veterans

"Over Not Through": The Search for a Strong, Unified Culture for America's Airmen

A Strategy-Based Framework for Accommodating Reductions in the Defense Budget

Addressing Challenges in Evaluating School Principal Improvement Efforts

The U.S. Drug Policy Landscape: Insights and Opportunities for Improving the View

Aviation Security: After Four Decades, It's Time for a Fundamental Review

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The Role and Importance of the 'D' in PTSD

Physical and Psychological Health Following Military Sexual Assault: Recommendations for Care, Research, and Policy

Increasing Organizational Diversity in 21st-Century Policing: Lessons from the U.S. Military

A Review of the U.S. Workplace Wellness Market

Implementation of the Common Core State Standards: Recommendations for the Department of Defense Education Activity Schools

Unemployment Among Post-9/11 Veterans and Military Spouses After the Economic Downturn

Labor Force Reentry: Issues for Injured Service Members and Veterans

"Over Not Through": The Search for a Strong, Unified Culture for America's Airmen

A Strategy-Based Framework for Accommodating Reductions in the Defense Budget

Addressing Challenges in Evaluating School Principal Improvement Efforts

The U.S. Drug Policy Landscape: Insights and Opportunities for Improving the View

Aviation Security: After Four Decades, It's Time for a Fundamental Review

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