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Adams 1 Olivia Adams HUMS -310 Military Case Work Homework Assignment 2 Unique Aspects of the Military Authoritarian Structure "The first characteristic of the warrior society is that a rigid authoritarian structure maintains it" (Hall, 2016). Not only is this an issue in the military, but it also carries over into the family unit. Many military members do not realize they are bringing home their authoritarian attributes. Our text tells us that not all families are run like a military unit, but on average, most do. An authoritarian household may be detrimental to the children in the future. They may end up rebelling against the authoritarian discipline because they recognize other kids living a completely different life with less strict parents. Hence, "military children tend to have a 'sense of betrayal' to the military because they do not have the right to make the choices, they see other young people making, but they realize their parents are not able to make many personal choices either" (Hall, 2016). Therefore, military members should find ways to separate their authoritarian structure from their family structure. Isolation and Alienation "The warrior society is also characterized by extreme mobility, resulting in isolation and alienation from civilian communities and the extended family" (Hall, 2016). Many military members only stay at their duty stations for 3-5 years, often seeking military housing to maintain separation from the civilian community. Military children tend to navigate toward other military children because it comforts them to play with those who can relate. However, sometimes, they avoid forming close friendships because they know their time at a location is only temporary.

Adams 2 Hence, isolation and alienation from civilian communities and extended family is easier on military members and families because they avoid the issue of "goodbyes." Class System The rank structure in the military consists of enlisted and officers (commissioned and non-commissioned). "The rank structure affects families and creates a distance, not just between the military and the civilian world but among the military itself" (Hall, 2016). Across all branches, enlisted are not allowed to have close relationships with officers. There is also a stigma against higher-ranking and lower-enlisted enlisted personnel. For example, the Navy's Chief Petty Officers (E-7 through E-9) seem to think they are superior to those of the lower enlisted (E- 1 through E-6). They are also creating an issue with how our dependents and spouses may interact with each other. This issue carries over into the school systems as well. "Military brats are seen to be able to distinguish between themselves and civilians at a distance, but they very early also intuitively detect whether another student's military parent is enlisted or officer rank" (Hall, 2016). This stigma creates an issue with the military class system carrying over into their spouse' and dependents' lifestyles, as they may see themselves as superior to others and have trouble connecting. Dynamics of the Military Family Fortress "The military fortress encompasses the way of life and the physical communities in which the military members live, as well as their mental and psychological world" (Hall, 2016). Many know that those in the military defend and protect American democracy. However, they do not realize that those same members are giving up their individualization and freedom of speech to ensure that others can continue to enjoy them (Hall, 2016). The psychological aspect of the fortress involves three concepts: secrecy, stoicism, and denial. "All three characteristics of the

Adams 3 Fortress – secrecy, stoicism, and denial – are crucial for success for the warrior, success of the mission, and ultimately success of the military" (Hall, 2016). Despite this, military members and their families struggle to seek help in all aspects of their lives because of the fear of ruining the military members' careers. Conclusion In conclusion, military families endure much stress due to the challenges of the military lifestyle. It is not just the service member who sacrifices; the entire family is affected. Children must often move frequently, making adapting to new environments and forming new friendships difficult. Spouses also face similar stressors, such as changing jobs and moving to new locations far from family. Unfortunately, at times, the needs of certain family members outside the enlisted individual may be overlooked, leading to a lack of trust and security. Despite these challenges, military families are strong and resilient, adapting to the demands of their unique circumstances.

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Adams 4 Resources Hall, L. K. (2016). Counseling Military Families (2nd ed.). Taylor & Francis. https://ccis.vitalsource.com/books/9781134494927

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