The war environment is an intense place where people are often pushed to suppress their feelings of fear, grief, and tenderness for survival purposes. This can have lasting effects that may distort a...
Soldiers face significant challenges when they return from deployment, including adjusting to civilian life and reconnecting with their partners and families. One such challenge is emotional fatigue,...
Soldiers are individuals who have been through many difficulties during their military service. They may experience traumatic events that affect them mentally and physically. Intimacy is one aspect...
The human mind is a complex system that constantly works to regulate our emotions and behavior. One way it does this is through our sexual fantasies and desires. When we feel stressed, anxious, or...
LGBT individuals face unique challenges when it comes to sustaining satisfying romantic relationships due to their mobility and military deployment requirements. These obstacles can be overcome...
What emotional recalibration occurs when past violence intrudes into present intimacy? This is an important question to consider for anyone who has experienced trauma in their personal lives. When...
In romantic relationships, there are often unspoken expectations about how partners interact physically, emotionally, and socially. When these expectations do not align with each partner's needs, it...
Hypervigilance is a state of constant alertness and heightened awareness that can be caused by various factors such as stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)....
The military has seen an increase in the prevalence of deployments to combat zones around the world. These deployments often require soldiers to be away from their families for extended periods of...
Veterans are people who have served in the military and returned to civilian life after their service has ended. They may experience various challenges upon returning home, including mental health...