Some partners may experience difficulty managing the effects of their soldier's post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) while adjusting to civilian life. This can lead to communication difficulties...
As humans, we all possess different ways to deal with stressful situations. Some people may prefer to withdraw into themselves, while others may want to be surrounded by friends or family for...
Mechanisms for Military Romance Despite Loss or Separation
Many factors enable military personnel to maintain their hopefulness regarding love, even after experiencing recurring episodes of loss...
Exposure to Unpredictable Operational Risks
Unpredictable operational risks can have significant impact on one's emotional availability for intimate connections. These risks refer to unexpected...
Stressors experienced during military operations may impede an individual's ability to cope effectively, resulting in psychological distress and poor performance. Intimacy can be used as a means of...
Individuals often have to deal with a variety of challenges and obstacles in their daily lives, including those related to work, family, personal relationships, and mental health. These difficulties...
How does exposure to trauma reshape sexual fantasies, preferences, and behaviors among military personnel?
According to research conducted by psychologists and sex therapists, there is a clear...
Relationship stress is an unfortunate consequence of being apart from your partner while they are deployed. There's no way around it; you can't control whether or not they're gone. But what you can...
Soldiers are known for their toughness, resilience, and stoicism. They are trained to suppress their emotions and maintain an emotional distance from others, even in times of crisis. But what happens...
When faced with extreme pressure and stressful situations, soldiers rely on various coping mechanisms to manage their emotions and maintain composure. While some may turn to substance abuse or...