Partners can play a crucial role in supporting veterans who have experienced traumatic events during their military service by actively listening to them when they share their thoughts and feelings...
One of the most important factors that contribute to the success or failure of a relationship is the level of emotional intimacy between partners. Emotional intimacy refers to the depth and quality...
The concept of relational harmony is often discussed but rarely understood. It refers to the state in which two people interact in a way that brings them together without creating conflict,...
Soldiers face unique challenges when it comes to romantic and platonic attachments due to their intense training and deployment schedules. While attachment anxiety is common among civilians, military...
Partners create relational spaces through their communication styles. Partners can create protective relational spaces by avoiding criticism and contempt, defensiveness, stonewalling, and other...
Sustaining trust in clandestine relationships can be incredibly challenging for soldiers because they are often forced to keep their romantic involvements secret from friends, family members, and...
How do veterans navigate the tension between hyperdependence and withdrawal in romantic relationships?
Veterans who have experienced trauma during their service may struggle to maintain healthy...
Desire is an essential part of human life, encompassing various aspects, including physical hunger and thirst to emotional cravings such as desire for attention, love, and affection. While most...
Exposure to Collective Stressors Shapes Relational Responsibility and Commitment
The relationship between an individual's exposure to collective stressors, such as economic conditions, political...
When soldiers return from deployment, they may experience changes in their beliefs about morality, life purpose, and sense of self that can affect their personal lives and relationships. These shifts...