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...An Army brat also faces a number of social challenges during their formative years. He or she may become less motivated to form friendships with peers, knowing that any relationship could be short-lived. An Army brat may also feel like the perennial "new kid in town," going through the same cycle of curiosity, acceptance and abandonment in every new school setting. This sense of being a perpetual outsider can seriously affect an Army brat's worldview as he or she becomes an adult. It is not unusual for a former Army brat to appear stand-offish or secretive as an adult, since these defensive skills may have served them well as children.

There are some positive elements of being an Army brat as well. Few children ever have the opportunity to travel across the United States or the world as an Army brat does. Being an Army brat is often the same as being the child of a religious missionary or political diplomat. They all have the opportunity to meet famous people or become involved in some aspect of their parents' work. An Army brat often matures much faster than his or her peers, since he or she has had to learn how to live independently at a younger age. An Army brat may also have a very developed sense of personal discipline and the ability to adapt quickly to change.

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