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Abstract
The military activation of women must generate inherent changes in married life. These changes from a sociocultural perspective entail readjustment in the family, economic and daily life environment. Previous research has studied the effect of the activation of the military on their wives, in contrast to their experiences. This research aims to explore the emotional experience of activation from the husband's point of view. The factors investigated were: separation process, individual needs, psychological challenges and adaptation process; contextualized under Bodenmann's theoretical model. A design with a qualitative approach was used for data collection and analysis, and with an exploratory-descriptive scope; conducting a semi-structured interview of open questions to a subject selected by availability. It was found that among the significant changes affecting man is loneliness; allowing to identify communication as the best dyadic coping strategy to positively cope with this change as a result of the separation. The literature review affirms that talking with the couple is an important element in reducing stress levels and helping the marriage to cope with its most difficult moments. The evidence obtained in this process indicates that in the same way that the woman is studied when the husband or partner is mobilized to the combat zone, the man deserves to be analyzed when the wife or partner is mobilized. Therefore, this study is a pioneer in Puerto Rico and it is recommended to carry out future studies that include this minority population within the military family, in order to continue providing scientific information for the development of good practices and interventions regarding the factor psychological and social.





