Emotional numbing is a term used to describe a mental state wherein individuals experience a reduced ability to feel or express their own emotions. This condition may result from trauma, depression,...
How do couples navigate intimacy when trauma-induced avoidance leads to inconsistent sexual or emotional engagement?
Trauma can cause people to feel scared, anxious, and vulnerable, leading them...
How do partners sustain relational resilience when soldiers' ability to communicate feelings is impaired by trauma or stress?
The effects of combat stress can have devastating consequences for...
After returning home from war, many soldiers experience emotional changes that can affect their relationships with loved ones. They may have difficulty reintegrating into civilian life and adjusting...
The question "How does sexual communication evolve when one partner experiences trauma?" can be approached from several angles. First, it is important to understand what trauma is and how it affects...
Shared experiences can shape the dynamics of military relationships in unexpected ways, creating both challenges and opportunities for connection and closeness. One such aspect is the experience of...
Long-Term Effects of Disrupted Sexual Routines on Attachment, Emotional Regulation, and Relationship Satisfaction
Sex is an essential part of most romantic relationships. It helps couples bond and...
When military veterans experience traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they may exhibit behaviors that are difficult for their partner to understand.
Some veterans will become hypervigilant or...
There has been an increased awareness of the prevalence and harmful effects of sexual coercion among military personnel. This type of nonconsensual sex can have lasting negative consequences for both...
The experience of military service can have profound effects on those who serve. Combat exposure is often associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, substance abuse,...