To understand how soldiers cope with the psychological effects of war, it is important to consider the unique pressures they face during their deployments. Soldiers are often subjected to intense...
Anticipating Danger
It is essential to predict hazards ahead of time so that you can prepare yourself for them. It's also true when it comes to romantic partnerships because anticipating risk may...
Prolonged military service is a challenging experience that can have profound psychological and emotional effects on individuals. One such effect is the impact it has on their ability to establish...
Veterans returning from war often experience trauma that can affect their mental health and relationships. One such effect is moral injury, which occurs when an individual feels guilty for...
Emotional Disclosure
When soldiers are deployed to war zones, they may experience intense and lasting traumas that can impact their mental health and wellbeing. These traumatic events can range...
What internal conflicts arise when a service member's need for emotional control clashes with a partner's desire for vulnerability and openness?
When a service member is required to maintain...
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that affects people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event such as combat, natural disaster, serious accident,...
Partners navigating relational recalibrations can be challenging for many reasons, but especially so when one partner has experienced combat. Soldiers may return home with new worldviews and...
Emotional Congruence in Long-Term Relationships
As human beings, we all seek to connect with others on an emotional level. We want to feel understood, supported, and accepted for who we are. This...
Coping Strategies and Attachment Styles in Relationships
Attachment styles can have a significant impact on how individuals cope with stressors and challenges in their relationships. An...