In constrained environments such as prisons, hospitals, nursing homes, or military barracks, shared silence, shared work, or shared routines can create a sense of connection between individuals. This...
Military life is often characterized by its strict codes of conduct and traditions that have been passed down through generations of soldiers.
Recent years have seen an increase in non-traditional...
Soldiers face many challenges when it comes to maintaining relationships during deployment. Long periods away from home, lack of privacy, and high levels of stress can all take their toll on even the...
Deployment is a challenging experience for military families, particularly couples who are apart due to lengthy deployments. Deployment can bring about various psychological impacts, including...
How does repeated exposure to high-stakes decision-making influence relational dynamics, emotional bonding, and support?
Decision making is an integral part of life that requires skillful handling...
In today's world, it is essential to maintain strong connections between different groups within an organization for effective communication and collaboration. One way to do this is through rotation...
When deployed, soldiers often rely heavily on simple but meaningful gestures from their loved ones back home to provide emotional support and connection, despite being thousands of miles apart. These...
In relationships, coping strategies are essential for managing stress and trauma.
Some coping mechanisms can cause temporary relational distance between partners, such as avoidance, withdrawal,...
Sexual behavior is defined as physical acts involving genital stimulation that lead to sexual arousal and pleasure. Sexual behavior can occur between individuals of different genders, but it also...
There are many ways that a partner's attempt to provide emotional stability can conflict with a veteran's need for autonomy during trauma recovery. One common source of this conflict is when a...