In modern armed forces around the world, being open about one's sexual orientation is still an issue that many soldiers find difficult to navigate. The military has traditionally been a...
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: Being openly gay in the modern military: navigating emotional intimacy despite distances and missions
When soldiers are in combat situations, they need to be constantly alert and ready to make quick decisions. This heightened level of vigilance can lead to a condition called "hypervigilance," where...
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: Hypervigilance and relationship dynamics: exploring how combat affects romantic interactions
Soldiers are exposed to many factors that can cause relational uncertainty, including their environment, communication barriers, and psychological trauma. In this article, I will discuss how these...
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: How environmental, psychological trauma, and communication barriers affect soldier relationships
Soldiers are expected to uphold traditional gender roles and norms within their relationships despite the challenges posed by military life. They must be strong, tough, and assertive yet also...
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: Balancing gender roles in military relationships: communication, intimacy, and sexual expression
Soldiers are trained to follow orders, maintain discipline, obey authority figures, and fight bravely in battle.
They also have personal lives outside of their military duties where they may need...
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: How soldiers balance their warrior identities with desire for intimacy and affection
Relationships are complicated, but they become even more so when one partner has experienced trauma while serving their country in combat. When soldiers return home from conflict zones, they often...
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: Uncovering the effects of military trauma on relationships: a deep dive
Veterans have undergone rigorous training to become skilled soldiers who are prepared for combat situations. This training can create an inner conflict between their desire for personal pleasure and...
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: For soldiers, balancing duty and desire can be a complex battle
Military socialization refers to the process through which members of the armed forces learn the norms, values, attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and expectations that are characteristic of their...
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: The impact of military socialization on attachment patterns and sexual intimacy
Soldiers experience a range of emotions during war, including fear, anxiety, excitement, pride, and sadness. But one emotion that is often overlooked is the feeling of guilt associated with...
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: The emotional toll of military service: how sexual intimacy is affected during war
Sexual Intimacy During Combat
Combat is one of the most stressful situations that an individual can experience in their lifetime. It involves physical, mental, and emotional challenges that are...
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: Sexual intimacy improves stress levels in soldiers during combat.