Sexual Coercion in Hierarchical Settings
Sexual coercion is an act where one person makes another participate in a sexual activity against their will through force, pressure, manipulation, or...
Suppression of Emotions During Missions
Suppressing emotional reactions can be an important survival strategy for military personnel during stressful situations such as combat operations.
This...
The experience of unpredictable trauma symptoms can make it difficult for individuals to establish stable sexual routines or habits. Trauma is an emotional response to a distressing event that causes...
The effects of traumatic events can be felt individually and collectively. When multiple people are affected by trauma together, their experiences can create an intertwining web that impacts their...
Trauma-Induced Discomfort With Physical Self And Emotional Support Seeking
Trauma can have severe effects on an individual's mental health, and it often results in a sense of unworthiness, shame,...
During wars, soldiers experience tremendous stress and trauma that can lead to severe psychological damage. One consequence is a disruption of their interpersonal bonds. When they are separated from...
The word "coercion" is often used to describe a situation where someone is forced to do something against their will, but what happens when this occurs in the context of military service? In many...
What are some common types of moral injuries that can lead to difficulties in rebuilding intimacy?
A moral injury is often characterized by feelings of guilt, shame, worthlessness, and self-blame,...
The subject of sexual relations in war has been largely neglected by scholars and historians due to its taboo nature, but it is an important one that has far-reaching implications for military...
Power imbalances are present in all aspects of life, including military settings where there is a hierarchy between commanders and subordinates. These imbalances can have significant impacts on...