Constructive Responses to Relational Stressors
In a relationship, couples experience many ups and downs that test their ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflict. When these issues...
A strong relationship requires two people who can communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully with each other. In order to have healthy communication, both partners need to be able to express...
Emotional intelligence is defined as one's ability to perceive and understand the emotions of others and how they influence their thoughts and behavior. This skill can be applied to all aspects of...
Sexual communication refers to the exchange of thoughts, feelings, needs, and desires related to physical and emotional intimacy between partners in a romantic relationship. This process can have a...
One common challenge that couples may face is when one partner has experienced trauma that can lead to avoidance behavior, such as sexual or emotional withdrawal from their partner. This avoidance...
Traumatic Events Impact Relationships
Traumatic events have a significant impact on relationships between partners. Such events can include natural disasters, accidents, warfare, physical abuse,...
Sexual intimacy is an important aspect of romantic relationships that often goes unspoken. It can be defined as physical, emotional, spiritual, mental, and psychological closeness between partners....
Emotional Hyperarousal or Shutdown Can Influence Sexual Closeness Between Couples
Emotional hyperarousal is an intense state where one experiences heightened physical sensations such as increased...
In order for couples to create new relational boundaries, they need to understand the psychological factors that make their pre-trauma intimacy patterns unviable. These can include changes in...
When it comes to relationships, no one is immune to obstacles that threaten to tear them apart. For those who have experienced trauma, these challenges can be even more difficult to navigate. When a...