Shared Narrative Construction During Deployment
During military deployments, individuals often experience high levels of stress due to the separation from loved ones and the potential for danger...
Many veterans return from military service feeling changed in ways that are often difficult to express. Their identities have shifted, their perspectives have broadened, and they may feel like...
In What Ways Does Peer Support Buffer the Effects of Relational Stress in Military Contexts?
Peer support is an important aspect of military life that helps to alleviate relational stress for...
Intimate relationships are a fundamental part of human existence, shaping every aspect of our lives from birth to death. They influence how we view ourselves, others, and the world around us,...
Sexual interactions between individuals can create an environment of openness, trust, and acceptance that promotes social integration, peer bonding, and interpersonal trust within groups. In this...
As technology continues to advance, more and more aspects of our lives are moving online, including our communities. With social media platforms and virtual reality, it is becoming easier than ever...
Social support networks have been found to be an effective way for individuals to cope with discrimination, stress, and trauma. These networks provide individuals with emotional, practical, and...
Soldiers often return from war zones with a sense of disorientation about their own beliefs and values due to the traumatic events they have witnessed. This can lead them to feel estranged from their...
LGBT service members face unique challenges when it comes to balancing their personal identities with their professional responsibilities in traditionally conservative military units. These...
LGBT people may face various challenges when seeking employment opportunities, social acceptance, and mental health services due to their gender identity or expression. Informal peer networks have...