In addition to survey items (e.g., demographics, retention intention) used in all Status of Forces Surveys (SOFS), the August 2008 SOFS-A included items on deployments since September 11, 2001; detailed retention; deployments; satisfaction with aspects of military life; transition assistance; relatives serving in Armed Forces; access to technology; housing and foreclosures; attitudes toward drinking alcohol; injuries in the military; Trafficking In Persons (TIP) Programs; commissioning source.