What internal coping strategies help veterans differentiate between trauma responses and genuine relational disinterest?
Veterans often experience significant mental health problems after...
Sexual consequences can result from trauma or injury. Traumatic events that cause physical or psychological damage can lead to changes in an individual's sexual behavior and functioning. These...
Sexual attraction is an integral part of human nature and it can be experienced under different circumstances. In certain situations, such as during times of conflict, soldiers may find themselves...
The post-traumatic stress symptom of hypervigilance, which is experienced by many combat veterans, can negatively impact their romantic relationships. This condition causes a person to be constantly...
The impact of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have significant implications for a relationship, causing oscillations between emotional dependency and withdrawal. PTSD is characterized by...
What is sexual trauma, intimacy, or coercion?
Sexual trauma involves unwanted physical contact between individuals who do not consent to it. It may include rape, molestation, domestic violence,...
Moral injury is a relatively new concept that has been gaining traction in recent years to explain how war experiences impact veterans' mental health. It refers to a sense of guilt or shame...
How does prolonged exposure to combat affect the capacity for emotional intimacy and attachment in soldiers' romantic relationships?
Combat is an intense experience that can significantly impact...
How does witnessing combat trauma affect perceptions of partner reliability, loyalty, and relational security?
The study conducted by the National Center for PTSD revealed that veterans who have...
The effects of anticipated danger on sexual desire and intimacy in military couples
The anticipation of danger can have significant effects on the relationship between sexual desire and intimacy...