The psychological impact of warfare is well documented. It can leave service members feeling isolated, anxious, depressed, and numb to their own emotions. This phenomenon, known as "emotional...
As military families prepare for deployment, they often worry about how to maintain their family routines while one parent is away. Deployment can create stress and disruption that affects everyday...
A soldier's deployment is an intense experience that can have both positive and negative effects on their personal lives, including their romantic relationships. When returning home from deployment,...
The process of returning to civilian life after a tour of duty is called reintegration. It involves adjusting to new roles and expectations, finding a job, dealing with trauma, and readjusting to...
The process of reintegrating into society after release from prison is one that often presents many challenges to individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system. One of these...
How Partners Support Soldiers Who Express Sudden Emotional Needs During Reintegration
Partnering can be an extremely rewarding experience for both parties involved; however, it also has its...
How do LGBT military couples develop adaptive strategies to navigate repeated separation and reintegration?
LGBT military couples face unique challenges when it comes to navigating repeated...
Many soldiers return from war with difficulties reintegrating into civilian life, including maintaining healthy relationships. They may have developed detached or distant ways of relating to others...
Romantic Relationships after Military Deployment
The transition from military life to civilian life can be difficult for many reasons. One of these is the impact that deployment has on one's love...
In today's world, many soldiers are deployed for extended periods of time, sometimes up to several years at a stretch. This can have significant impacts on their relationships back home, especially...