Soldiers are trained to be disciplined, focused, and dedicated to their duties.
They also have needs for love, affection, and sexual fulfillment like any human being. They experience powerful...
Moral injury is defined as "a profound sense of guilt, shame, and violation that can arise when an individual's deeply held moral beliefs are transgressed." It occurs when individuals experience...
1. What is trust?
Trust refers to an individual's belief that another person will act in their best interest despite potential opportunities to exploit them. Trust is crucial for maintaining...
In an ideal world, all romantic partners would share a deep sense of emotional and physical closeness that enables them to communicate openly about their needs and desires without fear of judgment or...
Emotional openness plays an important role in building and maintaining healthy relationships, but how does it impact the ability to rebuild intimacy after relational disruptions? In this article, I...
What is Relational Hope?
Relational hope is the belief that the relationship can be restored despite challenges. It is an essential part of a healthy relationship because it helps individuals cope...
What is relational conflict?
Conflict occurs when there are opposing or contradictory beliefs between two individuals who interact together. When two people feel that their ideas, opinions,...
The relationship between trust, sexual decision-making, and emotional bonding under sustained operational stress can be complex and dynamic. Trust plays an important role in establishing healthy and...
The effects of relational secrecy and social isolation have been studied extensively, but little research has focused on how they affect romantic relationships. Relationships require trust and...
In warfare, soldiers often face morally ambiguous situations that can have lasting effects on their personal lives. One such situation is the formation and maintenance of romantic bonds during times...