Table 1.
Characteristics of OEF/OIF Females and Males Who Have Used VA Services Within 1 Year of Last Deployment
| Characteristic | Female (n = 19,520), % | Male (n = 144,292), % | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age mean (SD) | 30 (8.8) | 32 (9.7) | <.0001 |
| Race | <.0001 | ||
| White | 53% | 69% | |
| Black | 30% | 15% | |
| Hispanic | 11% | 10% | |
| Other/unknown | 6% | 6% | |
| Married | 32% | 49% | <.0001 |
| Less than a high school education | 30% | 24% | <.0001 |
| Rank | <.0001 | ||
| Enlisted | 91% | 92% | |
| Officer/Warrant | 9% | 8% | |
| Branch | <.0001 | ||
| Army | 79% | 76% | |
| Air Force | 10% | 7% | |
| Navy | 8% | 6% | |
| Marines | 3% | 11% | |
| Component | <.0001 | ||
| Active duty | 37% | 37% | |
| National Guard | 30% | 41% | |
| Reserve | 33% | 22% |