Soldiers are often required to leave their families behind for extended periods of time due to military duty. During these deployments, they must perform demanding tasks that require extreme focus...
The experience of serving in the armed forces is often associated with stress, trauma, and isolation.
The impact of these factors on the emotional lives of service members extends beyond the...
Sexual identity is a social construct that varies from person to person. It is influenced by many factors such as culture, environment, upbringing, education, religion, gender norms, and personal...
Soldiers are trained to be strong and emotionless. They are taught that showing weakness is a sign of vulnerability, which can lead to exploitation by enemies.
Many soldiers find themselves...
How Partners Navigate Trust Rebuilding When Soldiers Struggle With Emotional Unpredictability Related To Trauma
Partners who have been affected by their partner's military service may find...
Many studies have focused on the relationship between military service and its impact on mental health. One particular issue that has received much attention is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),...
Shared Traumatic Experiences Have Lasting Impact On Relationship Intimacy And Sexual Satisfaction Among Military Partners
A lot of people believe that being in an intense, stressful,...
Soldiers are often exposed to traumatic experiences that can have profound effects on their mental and emotional well-being. One aspect of this is how they perceive and navigate their romantic and...
How do service members make meaning of sexual challenges that emerge after deployment, and how does this meaning-making affect healing?
The question at hand is whether there are patterns to how...
Fear of Triggering Painful Memories and Veteran Intimacy Conversation
Veterans returning from war zones have unique mental health concerns related to their time in combat. They may experience...