Trust, Sexual Decision Making, and Emotional Bonding
Trust plays an important role in sexual decision making and emotional bonding in high-pressure operational environments. Individuals who...
Veterans may face social expectations that define their manhood based on stereotypes such as physical strength, bravery, and sexual prowess. These expectations can create pressure to conform to...
The subject of intimate and platonic bonds is one that has been discussed for centuries, but it is rarely brought up when talking about military social networks. It can be argued that these two types...
The transition from being deployed to being home can be an exciting time for military personnel. It marks the end of their service abroad, and they are eager to reunite with their loved ones back...
Sexuality is an integral part of human life that has been influenced by various cultural, societal, economic, political, and religious factors since time immemorial.
It is also essential to...
LGBT Soldiers Reconciling Identity Authenticity with Expectations from Peers and Command Structures
The military is an institution that requires a high degree of conformity to standards of...
In many relationships, boundaries are established to prevent one person from intruding on another's privacy or personal space. But for military couples, whose time together is often limited due to...
The way lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and allied (LGBTQIA+) members of the military navigate their personal identities can be influenced by various...
What are some strategies that can help military couples maintain relational satisfaction and sexual intimacy despite frequent separations and unexpected deployments?
Many military couples face...
In a military relationship, both partners must be prepared for challenges that may arise from the soldier's commitment to serving their country. One such challenge is navigating the tension between...