In the midst of war and conflict, it can be difficult for soldiers to maintain romantic relationships due to practical constraints such as time limitations, distance, and safety concerns.
Many...
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: How war tested couples stay connected through technology and intimate reminders
Soldiers face numerous challenges when they are away from their partners for extended periods. One challenge is to maintain healthy relationships that include physical intimacy. Soldiers must find...
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: Exploring methods for regulating sexual desire among separated soldiers: a guide
Soldiers have to face many challenges during their service, one of which is balancing the needs of professionalism and vulnerability. As professionals, they must maintain strict discipline and adhere...
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: Strategies for balancing professionalism and vulnerability as a soldier
The following is an article about how societal expectations of soldiers as stoic or unemotional can impact their approach to closeness:
Soldiers have a unique set of challenges when it comes to...
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: How societal expectations of stoicism impact soldiers ability to form close relationships
Soldiers are known for their bravery, discipline, loyalty, and courage.
They also face unique challenges that can impact their physical and mental health. One such challenge is the effect of...
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: How romantic and sexual partnerships affect soldier wellbeing and performance
What is Relational Concealment and Stigma?
Relational concealment and stigma refers to the act of hiding one's sexual orientation or gender identity from others due to fear of negative reactions,...
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: Relational concealment and stigma: exploring the experiences of lgbtq+ individuals in the military
Soldiers are often placed in difficult situations where they have to make difficult decisions about how to manage their sexuality. They must find ways to deal with sexual desire without compromising...
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: Navigating sexuality and loyalty as a military service member
Soldiers are expected to go through rigorous training before being deployed for combat operations, which can last up to several months. During this time, they undergo physical, mental, and...
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: How to navigate romantic relationships after military deployment?
Soldiers must constantly adapt to new environments, often while facing intense physical and emotional challenges. Despite these changes, they must maintain relational continuity with their fellow...
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: Sexuality: soldiers need relational continuity strategies for maintaining relationships in tough environments
Soldiers in high-risk operational environments face a significant challenge in balancing their need for emotional closeness and the necessity to protect themselves from enemy attack. They must...
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: How do soldiers balance emotional closeness with the need for security in highrisk environments?