How does deployment-related stress influence sexual motivation, relational engagement, and satisfaction?
Sexual motivation refers to the desire for sexual behavior and interaction that is...
Military service can be an incredibly stressful experience for both active-duty personnel and their families. One major area where this stress can manifest itself is in the realm of interpersonal...
Humor's Role in Mitigating Sexual and Emotional Stress for Soldiers Deployed to Combat Zones
The experience of being deployed to a military combat zone can be extremely stressful both physically...
In what ways does high-risk deployment affect sexual behavior, relational prioritization, and emotional responsiveness?
The stressors of military life, such as deployments to dangerous and...
Sexual satisfaction is an important aspect of human life that has been linked to various aspects of mental health. Understanding how sexual satisfaction contributes to psychosexual well-being,...
I will explore the various strategies that can be used to promote relational recalibration following deployment, repeated stress, or trauma exposure. Relationships are an essential aspect of human...
How Prolonged Deployments Impact Military Couples' Negotiations of Intimacy and Trust
The impact of lengthy deployments on military couples is immense and can have lasting effects on their ability...
Strategies to Maintain Emotional Closeness With Partners Despite Deployments, Combat Stress, and Secrecy
In times of deployment, combat stress, and secrecy, many military couples struggle to...
The research on psychological factors that affect long-term relationship satisfaction and stability during frequent deployments is still limited but growing. In recent years, scholars have focused on...
Sexual activity is an essential aspect of any romantic relationship, but it may take on a different significance for military couples facing operational stress. Sex can provide much-needed physical...