How does repeated separation affect sexual functioning, attachment security, and emotional closeness?
Separation is the physical or psychological distance between two people who have been...
How do couples cope when returning soldiers feel emotionally distant even while physically present due to lingering psychological detachment is an important question that has received increasing...
In post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), partners may experience difficulties integrating newfound relational growth following trauma. This can lead to a relapse back into patterns of mistrust,...
What Support Systems Mitigate the Effects of Chronic Stress on Intimacy?
There are several ways to help reduce the negative impact of chronic stress on one's personal life, including interpersonal...
Emotional availability is an important aspect of romantic relationships that refers to how open and responsive one's partner is to their feelings and needs.
Physical depletion can cause...
In a romantic relationship, sex is an important part of the connection between partners.
It can also be challenging to balance personal needs and desires with those of your partner. Moral...
The impact of trauma or operational stress on a partner's sexual desire and emotional availability can be a significant challenge for couples to navigate. Trauma and stress are known to have a...
LGBT individuals face unique challenges when it comes to establishing and maintaining healthy romantic relationships due to societal stigmas and discrimination. The military lifestyle adds another...
How Couples Navigate Relational Challenges When One Partner Experiences Combat Trauma Or Moral Injury
Couples face unique difficulties in navigating relational challenges caused by their partners'...
Couples who cope with operational stress may have different coping mechanisms that can cause friction in their relationship. One partner may rely on distancing themselves from the problem, while...