Desire is an emotion that many people experience but what happens to this feeling when it comes from a place of hurt and pain? Can a sense of vulnerability and fragility affect how we view desire?...
Soldiers' emotional memories before and during war can be dramatically affected by traumatic experiences, including intense combat situations that involve physical violence or the loss of loved ones....
Many people have witnessed life-threatening situations during their lifetime; however, not everyone has experienced being deployed into combat zones where they may be faced with these situations...
Traumatic events can cause major disruptions to one's life, including changes in emotional regulation, impairment of memory and attention, and alteration of social functioning. Such experiences are...
Veterans who have experienced trauma during military service often struggle to maintain healthy relationships after returning home. They may experience intense emotional highs and lows that can...
How Partners Navigate the Emotional Complexity of Reintegration When Soldiers' Pre- and Post-Deployment Personalities Differ Significantly
When soldiers return from combat, their partners may be...
Rebuilding Communication Skills after Long-Term Mission Stress
Couples who have been apart for an extended period due to work or military service may find it challenging to readjust to each...
Emotional withdrawal is often used as a coping mechanism during times of stress, such as military service in combat situations.
This behavior can have negative consequences when it comes to...
The American Psychological Association defines trauma as “a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that results in significant mental and physical harm.” Trauma is often associated with military...
The word "trauma" has many meanings, but in this context it refers to an external event that causes severe physical, emotional, or mental harm. Examples include abuse, assault, natural disasters,...