The term "high-arousal state" refers to an intense emotional response that is characterized by increased heart rate, blood flow, adrenaline levels, and hormone production. It can be triggered by...
Internalized religious guilt is a psychological state that can have significant impact on individuals' emotional regulation and stress response mechanisms. When people experience guilt due to their...
Chronic concealment of queer identity can significantly affect one's interpersonal trust, stress response, and long-term emotional health. For individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, it may feel like an...
How does concealing queer identity impact long-term relational trust, stress response, and social adaptability?
We will explore how concealing one's queer identity can affect interpersonal trust,...
Religion is an important aspect of human life that can bring peace and meaning to people's lives. It has been shown that participating in religious activities can have numerous benefits for both...
Sexual violence is a traumatic event that can have lasting effects on an individual's mental health, including their ability to cope with stress. Research has shown that survivors of sexual assault...
As a result of an imbalance in adrenal and gonadal hormones, there may be a decrease in the frequency and intensity of genital muscle contractions. The adrenal glands produce several hormones that...
Trauma Survivors and Intimacy
One common effect of traumatic experiences is that they can impact one's ability to feel safe in close relationships. This can manifest in various ways, including...
Neural stress response is an innate biological process that prepares the body for action. This process occurs through a series of physiological changes which include increased heart rate, breathing...
In today's world, LGBTQIA+ individuals have made significant progress in their fight for equality and acceptance, but there are still many societal barriers that prevent them from living openly. One...