Sexual coercion is an act of violence that involves one person forcing another into non-consensual sexual activity through physical force or emotional pressure. It is often committed against women by...
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: What you need to know about reducing psychological risk after sexual coercion
Most people experience some level of anxiety about how they will be treated based on their race, gender, age, appearance, or social class, but it is particularly difficult for gay men and lesbians to...
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: Study explores how anxiety over discrimination impacts gay male & lesbian relationships.
Sexual trauma is an issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race, or socioeconomic background. It has been shown to have a significant impact on mental health, including depression,...
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: Healing from sexual trauma: reconciling identities after moral injury and combatrelated stress
Sexual encounters can be an effective way to cope with stressful situations. This is because they release certain hormones that make people feel better physically and mentally. Oxytocin, dopamine,...
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: Sexual encounters can be an effective way to cope with stressful situations
Emotional cautiousness is a common phenomenon that takes place when someone has been through an intense emotional experience such as deployment. It can be described as a feeling of uncertainty,...
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: Understanding the difference between emotional caution and withdrawal after deployment: how long does each last?
Sexual relationships can have profound effects on an individual's psychosexual health, moral reasoning, and relational trust. During times of stress, such as during military combat, these impacts may...
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: How military deployment can affect intimate relationships & the importance of addressing mental health.
One of the most common experiences for individuals who have experienced trauma is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can cause intense feelings of fear, helplessness, and powerlessness....
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: Overcoming ptsds impact on sexual functioning: how trauma leads to lower arousal, desire, and satisfaction
Repeated relocation can have significant effects on the stability of romantic and sexual relationships, particularly when it comes to maintaining emotional connection and physical intimacy....
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: Maintaining emotional connection and physical intimacy in romantic relationships facing frequent moves.
Trust is an essential aspect of romantic relationships, but it can be fragile and easily broken when couples are under significant stress. During times of operational stress, such as military...
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: Psychology of trust breakdown in romantic relationships amid operational stress
Sexuality is an important aspect of human life that influences all areas of our existence, including our relationship with others. When it comes to soldiers serving their country, they often face...
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: What does death have to do with sex? how soldiers prioritize intimacy and mortality