How does chronic exposure to danger reshape veterans' perception of the urgency and value of emotional and sexual connection?
Chronic exposure to danger can have profound effects on veterans'...
How to Manage Emotional Vulnerability When Trust Is Necessary But The Risk Of Disappointment Is High
Emotions are powerful forces that drive human behavior and decision-making.
When it comes to...
Veterans who have experienced trauma may face difficulties in connecting with others sexually and emotionally due to their changed perception of risk and trust. This can lead to disruptions in...
Reintegration into non-military life can be challenging for many veterans. During their military service, they may have experienced trauma, stress, or separation from loved ones. These experiences...
Witnessing trauma among peers can significantly impact a soldier's ability to empathize and emotionally connect with their romantic partners. When soldiers are exposed to extreme situations that...
In order to understand how forms of intimate support may mediate the effects of emotional stress on psychosexual adaptation, it is important to first define what these terms mean. Emotional stress...
Most people are familiar with the concept of "the talk" - that awkward but necessary conversation between partners where they discuss their relationship goals, boundaries, and expectations.
Many...
Trauma-related dissociation refers to a mental state where an individual experiences feelings of separation from their body, thoughts, memories, or surroundings due to past traumatic experiences....
Traumatic events can have a profound impact on an individual's mental health and wellbeing, including their sexual desires and behaviors. For those who have experienced trauma, they may experience...
Intimate relationships can be challenging even under ideal circumstances. After trauma, they become more so. How can we recover from a loss of intimacy caused by emotional, physical, or relational...