Sexual attraction between members of the same sex has been documented throughout history and across cultures.
It is also common for people to experience feelings of anxiety or shame about these...
Noise, smell, and vibration are all aspects of war that can leave lasting impressions on those who experience them. These experiences can have profound effects on one's ability to form intimate...
Sexual frustration is a common experience that can have various psychological effects on an individual's mental health and relationship quality. It occurs when there is a lack of satisfaction from...
The question of how partners can balance their own emotional vulnerability with the need to respect soldiers' protective emotional barriers formed in combat is an important one for couples who are...
The lack of resources available to those who are deployed or living in isolation has many consequences on their sexual health. In this article, I will discuss how limited access to contraceptives can...
The military is an institution that exists to protect society from external threats. It is designed to be efficient, effective, and disciplined, with little room for emotions or personal...
The emotional barriers to closeness between service members are numerous and varied. Some may be due to trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), while others may stem from moral injury...
In many high-risk professions, such as law enforcement or military combat, individuals are required to perform dangerous tasks under difficult conditions that can cause significant emotional trauma....
How do people cope with conflicting emotions when they desire intimacy but are afraid to let go of their defenses after deployment?
Intimate relationships are often complicated, especially for...
Veterans are often challenged by the intense physical and emotional demands of military service, including stressful deployments to combat zones. This can lead to posttraumatic stress disorder...