As people reintegrate into their homes after being away for extended periods of time, they often experience a range of conflicting emotions. On one hand, the familiarity and comfort of home can be a...
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: Returning home after an extended absence: managing emotional confusion
Couples who are able to maintain relational continuity despite operational demands that create chronic uncertainty tend to follow several key strategies. These strategies include effective...
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: Mastering relational continuity: how couples can overcome chronic uncertainty for a more fulfilling intimacy
What is Uncertainty?
Uncertainty is an aspect of life that can be difficult to cope with. It is a feeling of insecurity about what may happen next, or how something will turn out. When there is...
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: Uncertainty and how we cope: the many ways people deal with it
What is coping style? Coping style refers to an individual's preferred way of dealing with stressful situations. People develop their own unique ways of handling stress, which can include strategies...
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: Exploring couple coping styles: explore the impact on sexual intimacy
People who have been experiencing relational anxiety may be aware that their emotional state is affected by uncertainty about upcoming events or deployments. In such cases, it is important to...
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: Coping with relational anxiety during deployments: tips for staying connected and resilient
What is cohesion and why does it matter?
Cohesion refers to the ability of a group or team to work together effectively towards common goals despite interruptions or challenges. In romantic...
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: 7 tips for maintaining intimate connection despite communication interruptions in your relationship
Strategies for Couples to Maintain Relational Continuity During Deployments and Relocations
Overview: Relocating often requires sacrifices for military families, including time apart from one...
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: Maintaining relational continuity through distance: practical tips for military couples
The United States Armed Forces is an organization that requires service members to be away from home for extended periods. Deployments are challenging because they separate soldiers from their...
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: How us military couples adapt to mismatched coping strategies during highstress deployments
Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from difficult situations, such as stressful events, trauma, or negative experiences. It involves developing coping mechanisms that allow individuals to...
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: How military spouses can foster resilience through effective communication & selfcare strategies
Communicating Emotions
When communicating our emotional needs to others, it is important to do so in a way that respects their personal space and boundaries. This can be a challenging task, but...
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: Tips to effectively share your emotional needs with others respectfully