The cultural norms that are ingrained within military units often create an expectation for members to suppress their emotions and be stoic when facing challenges. This can make it difficult for...
The United States military is one of the most powerful forces in the world. Its soldiers are tasked with protecting American citizens from foreign threats and defending the nation's interests abroad....
Simultaneous Personal and Vicarious Trauma
The experience of both personal and vicarious trauma can profoundly impact an individual's relational priorities and coping strategies. When faced with...
There has been an increasing focus on the mental health impact of traumatic experiences on individuals and communities, including how they affect interpersonal relationships. For LGBT partners who...
The psychological stress associated with military deployment is known to be one of the greatest challenges facing military personnel today. Deployments can last from months to years, during which...
Personal relationships can play an important role in influencing decision-making under operational stress due to the psychological impact they have on individuals. When faced with difficult...
Psychological Resources Critical For Maintaining Intimacy During Repeated Deployments
One of the most challenging aspects of military service is repeated deployment. This can take an emotional...
One way that anticipation of trauma or operational loss can shape relational prioritization is by making individuals more likely to focus their attention on those who are closest to them, such as...
The term "hierarchy" refers to a system of organization in which power is distributed among individuals based on their position within the group. In the case of the military, this means that...
There has been an increased focus on the mental health issues faced by members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) community. One such issue is the psychological effect of being...