Post-traumatic stress is caused when an individual experiences or witnesses severe trauma that causes them intense fear, helplessness, or horror. This can be due to various reasons such as war,...
Soldiers in battle experience a variety of emotions including anger, frustration, fear, and guilt. They must cope with intense stress and anxiety in life-threatening situations. After returning home...
Emotional flexibility refers to the ability to adjust one's emotions in response to changes in external stimuli, such as shifting contexts or situations. It is important for maintaining healthy and...
The psychological impact of deployment can be immense for both service members and their families. Deployment is often associated with feelings of loneliness, separation anxiety, and stress, which...
Partners Maintain Relational Continuity When Soldiers' Behaviors, Values, or Priorities Shift Significantly After Deployment
When a soldier returns home from a deployment abroad, their behaviors,...
The topic of how soldiers negotiate relational satisfaction in contexts of systemic marginalization or discrimination is an important one that has been gaining attention in recent years. It's not...
Trauma can be defined as a deeply distressing experience that causes significant emotional and physical harm to an individual. It can result from various situations such as natural disasters,...
Coping Strategies and Relationships
One of the most fundamental ways that individuals cope with uncertain and risky environments is through their relationships. When faced with situations that are...
After a soldier returns from deployment, their family must renegotiate many aspects of their relationship, including leadership roles and support responsibilities. This can be a difficult process for...
Sexual intimacy can have a significant impact on the way individuals process combat-related stress and trauma. This is due to the fact that it involves physical, emotional, and mental interactions...