Intimate Relationships and Military Service
The military is an institution that places high demands on its members, including the expectation to suppress emotions in order to maintain focus and...
What is an attachment pattern?
An attachment pattern is a way that people relate to others in close relationships. It can be positive, negative, secure, anxious, avoidant, ambivalent, or...
After returning from active duty, veterans are often faced with a difficult transition back into civilian life. This can include adjusting to new routines, job searches, and social interactions, but...
Moral injury is a type of traumatic stress that occurs when an individual feels violated by their own actions, or fails to uphold certain ethical standards. This can result from situations such as...
Anticipatory stress is the feeling of anxiety that occurs before an event or experience that may cause psychological or physical distress. It has been found to be closely related to intimate...
What complexities arise when veterans experience conflicting desires for both closeness and autonomy in relationships?
The desire for both closeness and autonomy is a common issue that many people...
The ability of veterans to balance their emotional self-protection with relational and sexual engagement is an important skill that can be learned through various internal mechanisms. These...
Traumatic experiences can take a toll on one's mental health and lead to various symptoms such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance abuse. Psychotherapy is an...
Sexual confidence is an essential aspect of human existence that can be significantly affected by various factors, including traumatic experiences and moral injuries. Traumatic events such as...
The purpose of this paper is to examine how soldiers can restore relational trust following exposure to morally complex operations that may cause them to experience anxiety about failing to maintain...