Can Sexual Closeness Enhance Resilience to Stress and Anxiety During Prolonged Military Deployment?
The United States Department of Defense has been conducting extensive research to determine if...
Gender norms within military culture have a significant impact on expressions of intimacy and sexual desire among soldiers. These norms are rooted in traditional concepts of masculinity and...
How do soldiers reconcile the psychological need for emotional independence with relational interdependence?
Soldiers are trained to be independent and self-sufficient, but they also rely on their...
According to social identity theory, marginalized service members are individuals who do not fit into the dominant cultural norms or beliefs of their society and are therefore excluded from full...
In the context of military conflicts, the term "sexual intimacy" refers to an activity involving physical contact between two people for pleasure or reproduction that is consensual, mutually...
Military Culture Shapes Expectations for Fidelity, Relational Loyalty, and Emotional Expression
Military culture is an essential part of any army's code of conduct that defines how members are...
LGBT soldiers face unique challenges when it comes to their sexuality, gender identity, and relationship status. They have to navigate through a military culture that has historically been hostile...
The following is an excerpt from "Sexuality During Deployment" written by Mary Sue Smith for the online publication Defense and Security Studies:
How do cultural norms within military institutions...
Sexuality is an important part of human life, but it can be challenging to navigate in a military setting where there are strict rules and guidelines for behavior. Soldiers must balance their...
This is an introduction to an article about how soldiers reconcile the tension between individual emotional needs and collective responsibilities. It will explore the various factors that can...