When an individual experiences a traumatic event, such as rape, assault, or abuse, they may develop avoidance behaviors to cope with their feelings surrounding the experience. These avoidance...
The article presents an intriguing question about how the normalization of sexual silence within military groups impacts long-term sexual communication patterns in intimate relationships for...
How do Soldiers Reconcile Emotions in Operations?
Soldiers are trained to maintain their composure during operations and disconnect from their emotions to focus on the task at hand.
This can...
The psychological phenomenon of "complex trauma" occurs when an individual experiences multiple incidents of prolonged traumatic stressors that have lasting effects on their mental health,...
Trauma-induced irritability is a common symptom that can negatively affect couples' ability to communicate effectively in difficult discussions about intimacy. This condition occurs when someone...
The traumatic experiences of soldiers may have profound effects on their sexual lives. Frontline soldiers are particularly vulnerable to this phenomenon due to the nature of their work, which exposes...
When talking about intimate relationships, the word “trauma” is often used to describe a personal experience of deep pain, harm, or injury that can cause lasting psychological damage. Many people who...
Combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Combat-related PTSD is defined as a mental health condition that develops after experiencing or witnessing severe trauma during military service...
The effects of war and military life on sexual health and relationship stability are far-reaching. Combat and operational stress can cause changes in individuals' physical, mental, emotional, social,...
Overview of Trauma's Effect on Sexual Desire and Intimacy
Trauma can cause a person to experience changes in their sexual desires and intimacy levels. This is often due to the fact that traumatic...