Soldiers are trained to be highly disciplined individuals who can perform their duties under extreme conditions.
They also have personal lives that require managing in various ways, including...
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: Sexual intimacy and coping with relational uncertainty when away at war
The struggle for recognition and acceptance is an ongoing battle that many LGBT individuals face in their daily lives. This battle extends into every aspect of their existence, from navigating social...
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: Military lgbtq struggle for acceptance: coping mechanisms and support networks
Intimacy can be defined as an intense emotional connection between two individuals that is characterized by physical and psychological closeness. In extreme military environments, such as...
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: How soldiers can use intimacy for adaptive coping mechanisms in extreme military environments
Soldiers are expected to be prepared for anything that might happen during their deployment, but often they experience unexpected challenges. One such challenge is relational strain due to...
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: How operational unpredictability affects relationships of deployed soldiers
Soldiers often find themselves in situations that are entirely different from what they have known before. They may be far away from home, living in a culture they are not familiar with, facing...
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: Discovering intimacy in unfamiliar environments: a look at emotional closeness among military members
Soldiers are trained to maintain operational readiness, which requires them to remain focused and ready for action during times of conflict or emergency situations.
This can be challenging when...
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: Maintaining operational readiness during loss: strategies for coping with grief while staying alert
Soldiers are often placed in demanding situations that require them to face extreme physical and emotional challenges. This can lead to feelings of camaraderie and loyalty towards their fellow...
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: Sexuality strategies for managing conflicting emotions and expectations between military partners
Soldiers often experience a wide range of injuries during combat operations that affect their physical and mental wellbeing. These can include both visible and invisible wounds such as traumatic...
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: Maintaining relationships while battling combat injuries: strategies for staying connected.
How does the act of repeatedly packing, leaving, and returning affect the psychological stability of intimate partnerships within military families?
The life of a military family is filled with...
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: Unpacking the impact of military separations on intimate partnerships: a psychological rollercoaster.
The process of navigating intimate relationships under conditions of chronic stress, danger, and uncertainty is a complex one that requires both psychological and physical resilience. Soldiers who...
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: Unlocking the power of emotional resiliency: how military personnel overcome relationship stress