Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation, Loneliness and Unmet Social Needs

Figures & data

Table 1. Demographic details of Phase One participants.

Age (years)	26–96 (Mean = 57.61; SD = 11.82)
Time since bereavement (years)	1–66 (Mean = 15.41; SD = 11.67)
Gender (%)	Female 96.97 Male 3.03
Ethnicity (%)	White/British 97.51 Irish 0.63 White Irish 0.63 Indian 0.63 White/Hispanic 0.63

Table 2. Demographic details of Phase Two participants.

Age (years)	40–79 (Mean = 60.96; SD = 9.06)
Time since bereavement (years)	4–39 (Mean = 18.63; SD = 9.41)
Gender (%)	Female 100
Ethnicity (%)	White/British 100

Table 3. Themes generated across Phases One and Two.

Theme	Sub-theme
Change of Identity: Transition and Sense of Belonging	The transition from Military wife to widow
	The impact of labeling
	Geographical relocation
Discordant social needs	Challenging relationships
	Peer support

Data availability statement

The participants of this study did not give written consent for their data to be shared publicly, so due to the sensitive nature of the research supporting data is not available.