Relational ritualization is a term used to describe a set of behaviors that individuals exhibit in their relationships which help them maintain a sense of stability and continuity even during times...
Unpredictable Military Service Strain Long-Term Romantic Bonds
Military service is an inherently unpredictable career path that can take soldiers away from their loved ones for extended periods of...
Rituals are regular sequences of actions that people follow for reasons beyond their individual needs. They have been part of human culture since ancient times, and they can be found in various...
The current study investigated how long-term separations during military deployment affect attachment style and emotional security in romantic relationships. To this end, 24 married or cohabiting...
Couples' Sexual Disagreements: Causes and Solutions
Sex is an important part of many romantic relationships, but it can also be a source of conflict if partners have different desires, needs, or...
How can repeated military deployments impact romantic relationships? This is an important question that has been studied extensively by researchers who have found a variety of interesting results....
The topic of this article is "Which interventions best promote the psychological health of LGBT military couples during extended deployments?" This question is important because extended deployments...
Intimate relationships can be an important source of support for veterans who have experienced traumatic events during their time in military service. In fact, research has shown that intimacy and...
Couples can struggle to maintain intimacy after trauma due to fluctuating patterns of dependency and withdrawal. Traumatic experiences often lead to feelings of helplessness and vulnerability that...
When soldiers return home from combat, they often face challenges in reintegrating into their families and communities. One area where tensions can arise is in the bedroom. Deployment has a...