The article below discusses the role that sexual initiative plays in resilience, recovery, and the courage to re-enter vulnerable spaces following divorce or loss. It examines how individuals who...
Betrayal and Intimacy Triggers
Betrayal can be a devastating experience that leaves behind deep emotional wounds. These wounds can manifest themselves through a variety of symptoms, including but...
The idea that someone can be responsible for their own sexual difficulties is a common one, but it often neglects the impact of external factors such as a betrayal of trust from a romantic partner....
Self-Compassion for Adult Sexual Disappointment Recovery
The concept of self-compassion has been explored extensively in psychology literature since it was popularized by Neff (2003) to describe...
Can childhood trauma trigger sexual avoidance behaviors?
What is sexual avoidance behavior?
Sexual avoidance behavior is the conscious choice to reduce or avoid any kind of sexual activity due...
Childhood trauma has been linked to various psychological disorders that affect one's wellbeing throughout their life. One such example is compulsive sexual behavior, which can cause intense feelings...
When someone experiences relational trauma, such as infidelity, betrayal, emotional abuse, or physical violence, they may develop certain coping mechanisms to deal with the painful memories and...
Sexual trauma can have a significant impact on how an individual regulates their emotions. Emotional regulation refers to the ability to manage one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in response to...
Infidelity is one of the most devastating events that can occur in a relationship. It can cause deep emotional pain, feelings of betrayal, and trust issues. One consequence of infidelity that may be...
The word "dysfunction" can be defined as a failure to function normally, effectively, or properly. This could mean that something is broken or faulty. When applied to people, it means that they have...