Conflicting Identities and Emotional Adaptation
As an example, consider a soldier who has been engaged in combat for several months before being discharged. They may experience difficulty...
Anticipatory anxiety is a feeling of worry that can be experienced before an event or situation occurs. It is often described as a sense of unease or dread in response to an uncertain future event....
Trauma is often associated with negative mental health outcomes such as anxiety and depression, which can have a significant impact on sexual functioning.
There are many facets to how trauma can...
The human brain is responsible for processing sensory input, making decisions, and responding appropriately. When the body perceives danger, it triggers an automatic response called "hypervigilance."...
Can intimacy buffer against chronic stress, anxiety, and relational strain in military populations? Yes, it can. Intimacy is an important aspect of human life that has been studied extensively for...
The psychological conflict that many soldiers experience when they are away from their loved ones is known as "homesickness". It is characterized by feelings of sadness, loneliness, and nostalgia for...
How does the anticipation of combat danger affect sexual motivation and relationship satisfaction?
The purpose of this paper is to examine how the experience of impending warfare may influence...
Emotional Disconnect Upon Returning From Combat Zones
Soldiers may experience significant psychological stress during deployment to war zones, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression,...
In war zones, soldiers are subject to extreme stressors that can negatively impact their physical and mental health. One such stressor is sexual coercion, which occurs when someone forces another...
Military life involves strict rules and codes of conduct that regulate every aspect of a soldier's behavior, including their sexual lives. While some soldiers may find this restriction liberating,...