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  • Social Psychology
  • Behavioral Health
  • Veterans Affairs

Background:

  • Behavioral health programs increasingly utilize peer support specialists.
  • Defining 'peer' is crucial for effective peer support roles.
  • Understanding consumer perceptions of peer characteristics is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify characteristics consumers deem important for peer support roles.
  • To explore factors influencing the perception of peer characteristics among veterans.

Main Methods:

  • Survey administered to 41 veterans in a jail diversion program.
  • Participants rated the importance of various characteristics for peer support.
  • Statistical analysis included t tests and Pearson correlations to examine group differences.

Main Results:

  • Military service was rated as the most important characteristic for a peer.
  • Trauma experience was the second most important characteristic.
  • Veterans with combat exposure significantly prioritized this characteristic more than those without.

Conclusions:

  • Peer designation should be tailored to the specific population served.
  • Consumer perceptions are paramount in defining who qualifies as a peer.
  • This study provides guidance for selecting peer support personnel in veteran-focused programs.