How do service members cope with relational disappointment arising from conflicting expectations shaped by distance and operational experiences?
The military is an institution that requires its...
Soldiers are trained to be able to work together as a unit, but this is easier said than done. Relationships between members of a military force can become strained due to a variety of factors. These...
Sexual relationships are often considered to be one of the most important aspects of human life, influencing many aspects of an individual's wellbeing and behavior. From a psychological point of...
Adaptive Strategies for Post-Deployment Relationships
We will explore how military couples can navigate their relationship after deployment to maintain healthy communication and intimacy levels...
The pressure of conformity can have various effects on intimate interactions between individuals. Some researchers argue that it is responsible for shaping one's identity through social influences,...
How does repeated exposure to loss and trauma reshape soldiers' expectations, priorities, and definitions of emotional closeness and sexual satisfaction?
To answer this question, it is necessary...
Hierarchy is a system of rules governing interpersonal interactions that organizes social behavior. It can be expressed through status distinctions, rank positions, and power differentials. Soldiers...
How do emotional bonds formed under duress influence future interpersonal expectations and behaviors?
When individuals are placed in stressful situations together, they may form strong emotional...
The article's central idea is that our cultural belief system shapes how we perceive and enact our responsibilities within an intimate relationship. This includes how we see ourselves, the partner,...
Soldiers undergo significant changes during their time in service that can impact their personal lives. These changes may include shifts in values, belief systems, emotional states, and even physical...