The instinct to suppress emotions is one that many soldiers have developed due to hierarchal systems and social interaction in the military. This can be challenging for them to overcome after they...
How do ethical dilemmas encountered in combat impact the emotional availability of service members?
Combat is a situation where individuals are placed under immense pressure to make decisions that...
Repeated exposure to operational stress can negatively impact attachment security, sexual functioning, and relational satisfaction. In this article, I will explain how these aspects are affected by...
When it comes to building and maintaining trust in romantic relationships, emotional regulation plays an essential role. Emotional regulation involves the ability to manage one's emotions, thoughts,...
There has been an increasing interest in understanding how cumulative relational strain impacts the mental health and operational effectiveness of individuals. Cumulative relational strain refers to...
Exposure to life-threatening events such as war, natural disasters, accidents, or health crises can have a profound impact on an individual's priorities. While these events may trigger a need for...
Prolonged Exposure To Combat Situations
Effects On Ability To Form And Maintain Intimate Connections
Due to the nature of military service, soldiers are often exposed to stressful and traumatic...
What is chronic occupational stress? Chronic occupational stress refers to an imbalance between the demands made on an individual's time, energy, and attention, and their ability to meet those...
The purpose of this article is to discuss how individuals can maintain their inner equilibrium when external factors cause problems in their relationships. This requires a significant amount of...
One of the most common challenges faced by soldiers returning from deployment is the fear of becoming emotionally unreachable. This can be due to the traumatic experiences they have been through...