Survivors often experience intense feelings that are difficult to process and interpret after trauma. These feelings can include alterations in emotional response, such as difficulty expressing or...
How do couples maintain emotional teamwork when trauma erodes trust in oneself, one's partner, or the world at large?
Traumatic events can damage trust in oneself, one's partner, and the...
The experience of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can cause difficulties for couples due to the intrusion of distressing memories of the trauma into their daily lives, including their intimate...
The trauma experienced by soldiers can have a significant impact on their ability to experience joy and pleasure in various aspects of life, including intimacy, bonding, and sexual expression....
Veterans face unique challenges when it comes to coping with the aftermath of traumatic experiences. One such challenge is the experience of dissociation, which can occur during moments of intimacy...
The word "intimacy" refers to a deep emotional connection between two people. Soldiers often experience physical and mental trauma during their time in combat, which can change how they relate to...
The impact of traumatic experiences on soldiers' ability to form close attachments is an intriguing but controversial area of research. On one hand, some studies suggest that exposure to combat...
The concept of hypervigilance has been widely studied in research, but it is still an underappreciated phenomenon in mainstream media and public discourse. Hypervigilance refers to a heightened state...
Some people may have heard about the concept of "moral injury," which is defined as a profound emotional and psychological response to being involved in an event that violates one's conscience or...
Emotional intimacy is an important aspect of human life that refers to the deep connection shared between individuals who are close to each other, whether it be through friendship, family, romantic...