Veterans who have served in military combat may face unique challenges when it comes to their sexual and relational lives. In many cases, they may experience feelings of inadequacy, shame, or guilt...
When people suffer from PTSD or other psychological traumas, they may find it difficult to form close bonds with others. This is because their brains become hypervigilant to perceived threats, which...
Soldiers undergo a lot of stress during their deployment due to the nature of their jobs. They have to go through difficult situations that can leave them feeling depressed, anxious, stressed, and...
How does trauma exposure influence sexual behavior and desire post-deployment?
Traumatic experiences can have profound effects on individuals, including alterations to their sexual behavior and...
Trauma-induced hyperarousal is an intense physiological response to stressful events that can have lasting effects on an individual's sexual and relational behavior. This phenomenon has been observed...
The emotional impact of deployments on military couples is well documented. When a partner is away for an extended period of time, it can have long-term effects on the relationship, which can cause...
How do soldiers interpret emotional needs that arise only after returning to calmer environments?
The answer is complicated. Soldiers can return home from combat zones feeling changed physically...
Let's consider how soldiers experience trauma during combat. Traumatic experiences can result in a range of mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety,...
The human body has an inherent physiological mechanism that allows it to rest and rejuvenate itself after periods of intense activity or stress. This process is called "the fight-or-flight response"...
Sexual intimacy is often considered to be one of the most important aspects of a romantic relationship, providing a sense of connection and closeness between partners.
It can also play an...