Traumatic experiences can have lasting psychological consequences that impact an individual's daily life. These effects may include anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, social withdrawal, and...
Relational empathy refers to the ability to understand and share another person's feelings, thoughts, and experiences. It involves being able to put oneself in someone else's shoes and see things...
Soldiers who experience moral injury or ethically ambiguous situations in combat often struggle to rebuild their relational confidence afterwards. This can have serious implications for their...
Veterans who have experienced trauma may face difficulties navigating their own emotions, let alone those of their partners when it comes to their love life. Post-traumatic stress disorder can affect...
How do couples maintain emotional coherence when their internal timelines of stress, healing, and desire are misaligned? It's common for one partner to experience the stress of a difficult situation...
Partner's Communication Strategies for Maintaining Intimacy During Trauma or Operational Demand Disruptions
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The exposure to repeated life-threatening situations has been found to have an effect on sexual and relational priorities. It is believed that this experience can alter how individuals perceive and...
How do individuals maintain emotional openness despite previous relational disappointments?
Emotional openness refers to the ability to express one's feelings honestly and without fear of judgment...
Sexual intimacy involves physical, emotional, and psychological connection between partners during sexual activity. Traditional social support includes family, friends, community, religion, etc.,...
Many people feel that they must be strong and hide their feelings or act tough when facing challenges. This can make it difficult for them to reach out for support or express their struggles. When a...