Exposure to traumatic experiences and life-threatening situations can have profound effects on individuals' emotional states and behaviors, including their ability to maintain empathy within intimate...
The transition from military life back into civilian society can be difficult for many reasons, but one that is often overlooked is the impact it has on interpersonal relationships. Veterans may find...
The following article is about how partners manage relational stress when soldiers struggle to integrate morally challenging experiences into their personal lives. It addresses the ways in which...
Veterans returning home after serving their country often struggle to adapt to civilian life. While many combatants experience physical wounds that can be treated through surgery and medication,...
After a sexual assault or other traumatic event that involves sexual violence, victims may struggle to rebuild their sexual identities and desires. Trauma can cause changes in physical perception and...
Exposure to Traumatic Events
Trauma is an intense experience that causes stress, fear, anxiety, and psychological distress. It can be caused by natural disasters, accidents, wars, violence, abuse,...
In this age of digital communication, military couples face unique challenges. They often deal with being away from each other for extended periods of time, which can lead to feelings of loneliness,...
There has been an increasing focus on the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals navigating romantic relationships in the workplace. These challenges are further exacerbated when both partners have...
How do partners manage relational stress when soldiers struggle to integrate morally or ethically challenging experiences into their personal lives?
Soldiers often face traumatic experiences that...
Military Service and Relationships
Military service is an experience that can significantly impact relationships between partners. The challenges of military life, such as frequent relocation,...