Peer Support
LGBT Soldiers are individuals who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. They face unique challenges within military culture due to their identities....
The term "external support network" refers to people who are outside the immediate family unit but provide emotional and/or practical support during times of need, such as friends, colleagues,...
How does emotional intimacy serve as a protective factor against the psychological toll of constant threat in military life?
The following is an expository article that describes how emotional...
When military personnel return home from deployment or active duty, they may experience changes in their relationships that can be difficult to navigate. Cumulative stress caused by combat exposure...
Service members often face challenges in evaluating the relational significance of different emotionally meaningful connections due to the nature of their work and lifestyle. The demands of military...
The question of how soldiers adapt their sexual and relational identities is one that has been largely neglected in research until recently. This paper will explore the ways in which soldiers who...
LGBT soldiers face unique challenges when serving in high-risk environments due to their identities being subject to discrimination and bias. These individuals must navigate both their personal...
Peer support is an important strategy for mitigating the impact of combat-related stress on personal relationships. It involves individuals coming together to provide emotional and practical support...
Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be an emotional rollercoaster for both spouses, but it is especially challenging for those who are used to the structure and predictability...
What psychological processes underlie the resilience of LGBT couples during extended deployments?
There has been a growing interest in understanding how members of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual...