How do service members internalize or resist societal expectations about emotional invulnerability, and how does this internalization shape their experiences of intimacy and sexual self-expression...
What is post-deployment romantic connection?
A post-deployment romantic connection is a relationship that begins after one partner has been deployed for an extended period, usually in military...
Love, intimacy, and sexual meanings have been widely discussed since ancient times.
They often come under scrutiny when it comes to conflict zones. In particular, wars have led to significant...
Soldiers returning from combat often experience psychological and physical traumas that can affect their behavior and relationships. These effects may be seen in all areas of life, including...
Veterans' Sexual Desire and Relationship Satisfaction
As members of the military community return from combat, they must readjust to life outside of war zones. This transition can be challenging...
As we dive into the psychology behind this intriguing phenomenon, it becomes clear that there are many different factors at play. One key factor is the way in which individuals handle stress and...
When soldiers return from combat, they often face challenges that can impact their ability to connect with others romantically or sexually. Traumatic experiences can leave them feeling disconnected...
How do veterans integrate altered emotional responsiveness into ongoing sexual and relational narratives?
Sexual and relational narratives are an integral part of human experience, but for those...
How do individuals rebuild trust in their body, emotions, and partner when war has disrupted the sense of internal stability that intimacy requires?
What is intimacy?
Intimacy refers to the...
When soldiers return from war, they may experience physical, emotional, cognitive, social, psychological, and spiritual changes that can affect their lives and their relationships. Traumatic...