Veterans have to face numerous challenges when transitioning back into civilian life after spending years in active service. One of their biggest struggles is adapting to social norms and...
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: Veteran reconnection challenges: overcoming barriers to intimacy and physical contact after service
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Many people assume that reintegrating back into civilian life after serving in the military is relatively easy for veterans because they have already been trained to adapt quickly...
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: How military veterans struggle with sexual intimacy upon return from active duty?
What is service-related stress?
Service-related stress refers to the physical, mental, and psychological reactions that arise from performing services for others in an environment where...
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: Exploring sexuality in service industry jobs impact on intimacy and mental health
The soldier's experience of navigating relational vulnerability is shaped by their past operational experiences. When soldiers are exposed to danger and trauma during operations, they develop a...
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: Veteran sexual intimacy strategies: how soldiers can overcome challenges
Veterans who have experienced trauma during their time in service often struggle with feelings of isolation, which can impact their ability to maintain healthy relationships after returning home....
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: Struggling veterans finding intimacy after trauma understanding isolation in postwar relationships
Soldiers are often exposed to high levels of stress due to their job requirements that may involve combat operations, dangerous missions, and intense physical and mental exertion. This can lead to...
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: How asymmetrical experiences of trauma impact relationships for soldiers: navigating relational strains
It is common for veterans to experience difficulty distinguishing between trauma-driven withdrawal from others and true disinterest in social interactions following deployment. This can lead to...
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: Sensory intelligence: how veterans can recognize true isolation after combat
When people are stressed out, they may experience increased levels of cortisol in their body. Cortisol is a hormone that is released when the body perceives danger or threat. This can lead to changes...
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: Anxiousness, fearfulness, lack of trust how attachment insecurities impact under stress
In today's world, stress has become an unavoidable part of everyday life. Whether it is work pressure, family issues, or financial worries, everyone experiences some form of stress that can have...
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: Stress and relationships: how emotional stability trumps emotional intimacy
Perceived partner support is one factor that can buffer against the development of anxiety or depression in service members. This means that if a person feels like their partner is there for them,...
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: Sexual satisfaction may lead to emotional wellbeing for military couples