The human brain is wired to respond to threats and dangers by activating its fight or flight response. When faced with danger, the body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol that prepare it...
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: Chronic exposure to fear impacts sexual decision making and relationships
Moral injuries occur when individuals experience an internal conflict between their personal beliefs and their actions, leading to feelings of guilt, shame, or betrayal. Experiences of moral injury...
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: how moral injuries affect relationships and sexuality: exploring the impact of moral wounds on intimacy and desire
Moral injury is a psychological phenomenon that can affect an individual's ability to feel safe and secure in their environment, resulting in changes in their behavior, thoughts, and emotions. It...
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In the context of military operations, operational hazards can have significant effects on the formation, development, and maintenance of romantic relationships between service members. Operational...
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: How operational hazards affect romantic relationships for military service members: the impact on attachment security
The term "collective trauma" refers to shared experiences of devastating events that leave an indelible mark on entire communities. These events may include natural disasters, war, genocide,...
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: How collective trauma affects interpersonal dynamics in sexual prioritization and emotional responsiveness
When a person experiences traumatic events, they often develop coping mechanisms to deal with the emotional pain. One common coping mechanism is to seek out intimate relationships to help them feel...
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: Military relationships & traumabased intimacy seeking how to break the cycle?
Repeated sexual disappointments can have a significant impact on an individual's psychological well-being, including their intimate relationships. It is estimated that approximately one out of every...
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: How shame, guilt, and selfblame contribute to sexual dysfunction and intimacy avoidance
Intimacy is an important aspect of human interaction that can be found in various forms such as physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social connection. It is crucial for maintaining...
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: How can you overcome your sexual shame and improve your intimacy?
Sexual compulsivity is a condition whereby an individual is unable to control their urges and desires for sex. They may have a high drive for sex that they cannot seem to satiate even when given...
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: Sexual compulsivity: how trauma leads to intimacy avoidance & unhealthy sexual patterns
Unresolved childhood traumas can have profound effects on an individual's mental health, including their sexual development. Trauma can be defined as any event that causes emotional or physical harm...
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: Overcoming childhood sexual trauma: how it affects your intimate relationships and what to do about it