Psychosexual adaptation is a process that helps individuals cope with combat stress and operational trauma. It involves using sexual behavior, fantasies, and feelings to regulate emotions, relieve...
Section 1 - Background
There has been increasing attention paid to the effects of combat-related trauma on veterans' sexual lives. Studies have shown that many veterans experience significant...
Chronic Operational Fatigue is an increasing concern for military and civilian organizations alike. It can be defined as a persistent state of physical and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged...
Emotional and sexual intimacy are often considered important aspects of healthy romantic relationships that provide support and protection for individuals facing traumatic events.
Research has...
Traumatic events can have a profound impact on individuals' lives, including their sexual identity and relationship behaviors. In particular, military personnel who experience trauma during their...
One thing that is often overlooked when discussing how repeated deployments can shape perceptions of partner reliability is the impact of war itself. War has a way of changing people and their...
A soldier's life can be filled with emotional stressors such as separation from loved ones, exposure to combat trauma, and challenges associated with military service. These factors can take a toll...
There is an inherent tension between the desire to connect emotionally with another person and the need for protection against vulnerability that exists within every soldier. While some may view this...
When soldiers are sent to fight on foreign soil, they face many challenges that can have lasting effects on their mental health. One such challenge is prolonged isolation from loved ones back home...
There has been a growing awareness among military personnel that trauma sustained during combat can have significant consequences for their personal lives, including their relationships with their...