Soldiers who have been exposed to hypervigilance and operational stress during their military service may struggle to rebuild intimacy with their partners upon returning home. Hypervigilance is a...
There is growing evidence that suggests that sexual intimacy can be an important tool for managing stress in military environments. In a study conducted by researchers from the University of Texas...
In order to explore how soldiers can experience intimacy after being exposed to violence, it is necessary to understand what intimacy means for them and how they express themselves during combat...
The concept of hypervigilance refers to an extreme state of heightened alertness, awareness, and sensitivity to potential threats or dangers that can affect one's ability to form meaningful...
Veterans have experienced intense physical, mental, and emotional challenges during their military service. They have seen death, violence, destruction, and suffering on an unprecedented scale. These...
The emotional impact of warfare is immense. Soldiers who witness or experience violence and death can suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, guilt, and other negative...
Soldiers' moral obligation is to follow orders and protect their country. Their professional obligation is to serve their military duties effectively. But what happens when these two obligations...
How do soldiers navigate the emotional adjustment required to resume pre-deployment relational routines that now feel unfamiliar?
Soldiers who have been deployed may experience difficulty...
Can Sexual Intimacy Buffer Against Trauma, Stress, And Anxiety In High-Risk Military Environments?
The purpose of this article is to examine how sexual intimacy can play an important role in...
What is Moral Injury?
Moral injury refers to psychological trauma caused by transgressions committed during military service that violate an individual's conscience. It occurs when individuals...