Health and Well‐Being of Military Nurses in High‐Reliability, High‐Stress Environments: A Qualitative Study in the Slovenian Armed Forces

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• This study aims to explore the health and well-being of military nurses working in high-stress environments.
• Conducted qualitative interviews with military nurses in the Slovenian Armed Forces.
• Analyzed the role of organizational culture and stigma in support-seeking behaviors.
• Investigated work-family reconciliation strategies.
• Identified a need for supportive organizational cultures among military nurses.
• Highlighted the stigma around seeking help as a barrier to well-being.
• Found that better work-family reconciliation can improve job satisfaction and retention.