Cognitive changes are common among veterans who experience traumatic events during their military service. These changes can manifest in various ways, including difficulties with attention, memory,...
The most common reactions to trauma are emotional withdrawal, avoidance, or detachment. In cases where soldiers experience these symptoms, their partners may feel isolated from them and struggle to...
Can intimate support mitigate cumulative psychological effects of repeated deployments?
By Kaitlyn D. Jones
The military experience is very challenging for soldiers who are regularly deployed...
The impact of sexual trauma experienced during military service can be significant, affecting both the individual who experiences it and those around them. While studies have examined the effects of...
The military is an institution that requires discipline, focus, and dedication to service above all else. Soldiers must follow orders without question, even when those orders conflict with personal...
Intimate sphere refers to the personal space shared between people that includes physical, emotional, and psychological connections. When this sphere is disrupted or neglected, it can lead to...
Veterans often struggle with feelings of inadequacy regarding their sexual performance due to trauma experienced during military service. They may have difficulty achieving and maintaining an...
There has been a growing interest among scientists and clinicians to understand how combat exposure affects the human psyche. This has led to studies exploring various aspects of posttraumatic stress...
In the intense and often stressful environment of warfare, where soldiers are constantly exposed to life-threatening situations and intense emotional pressure, intimate communication can serve as an...
When a person experiences trauma, it can have lasting effects on how they perceive and interpret emotions from others, including their partners. For veterans who may have experienced combat or other...