In humans, sexual behavior plays an important role in shaping emotional closeness, attachment, and partner engagement. Sexual behavior can be defined as actions that involve physical contact between...
How Sexual Desire Impacts Communication Patterns, Emotional Openness, and Partner Engagement
Sexual desire is a powerful force that can shape the way individuals communicate, express their...
Sexual Behaviors and their Impact on Emotional Closeness, Bonding, and Partner Engagement
One of the most significant aspects of human life is the establishment and maintenance of close bonds...
The notion of sexualization can be defined as "the cultural construction of a person's body or body parts, which creates an object of desire" (Murnen & Kimmel, 2014, p. 983). In this context, it is...
When veterans return from war, they often bring back more than just physical scars - they also carry invisible wounds that can be just as debilitating. One such wound is trauma-induced withdrawal,...
The following article focuses on how partners can maintain their engagement during times of stress caused by trauma disruption of veteran's emotional attunement and sexual responsiveness. Trauma can...