When it comes to discussing mental health issues among members of the military, there is often a culture of silence that surrounds them. This can be especially true when it comes to discussing...
Conflicting Identities: Soldier versus Romantic Partner
As many soldiers transition back into civilian life, they may face challenges in their relationships with their significant others. This is...
The Importance of Partnership Maintenance
When two people are in a committed relationship, it is important to maintain a strong bond between them. This can be difficult when one partner is away...
The soldier's fear of disciplinary action is a common phenomenon that can affect their ability to seek help for emotional struggles. In this article, I will discuss how fear of punishment impacts the...
After returning home from a deployment, many military couples face difficulties in their relationship due to emotional and physical disconnect caused by extended periods of separation. Intimacy...
The culture of militaries around the world has traditionally placed an emphasis on self-reliance, strength, toughness, and stoicism. This cultural expectation can be seen in many aspects of military...
Sexual expression is an integral part of human life, but it can be hindered by social norms, cultural expectations, and personal insecurities. One such issue that often comes up is fear of judgement,...
Sexual boundary violations can be traumatic events that challenge an individual's sense of personal safety and security. They may involve physical contact, unwanted touching, or nonconsensual sexual...
Trauma can introduce unpredictability into sexual desire, responsiveness, and emotional availability for both partners in a relationship, making it challenging to maintain intimacy and...
How do LGBT military couples maintain relational cohesion when facing high operational tempo?
LGBTQ+ people have been serving openly in the US Armed Forces since 2011, but their challenges are...