In the military, soldiers are expected to maintain a level of discipline that is often unattainable outside of this environment. This can create tension between their duty to serve their country and...
In today's world, people are constantly faced with situations that can lead to emotional vulnerability. While some may view this as a weakness, others believe that there are benefits to being open...
Soldiers Negotiating Emotional & Sexual Needs
Soldiers face unique challenges during deployments that can make maintaining healthy relationships difficult. Deployments often involve long...
How do partners support soldiers who feel alienated from civilian norms due to combat-related experiences?
Soldiers who have experienced combat may feel detached from their partner and unable to...
Intimacy refers to close emotional connections between individuals that foster mutual trust and understanding. It is often associated with physical contact such as holding hands, hugging, kissing,...
The psychological effects of witnessing peer trauma can have lasting impacts on personal relationships. When an individual experiences traumatic events such as violence, abuse, or natural disasters,...
Peer Networks Enhance Relationship Resilience for LGBT Soldiers
Research has shown that LGBTQ+ individuals face unique challenges in their professional lives, particularly when it comes to serving...
Identity affirmation refers to the process of validating one's self-identity through various means such as positive self-talk, self-reflection, social interactions, and personal development...
Military service is considered to be one of the most stressful professions due to its physically and mentally demanding nature. Soldiers are trained to kill enemies, which can take a psychological...
After experiencing trauma, it is common for individuals to find themselves struggling with maintaining healthy relationships. This can be due to the fact that many people experience changes in their...