Chronic sympathetic activation refers to an abnormally high level of activity of the autonomic nervous system that regulates basic functions such as heart rate, respiration, digestion, and blood...
Trauma History Impacts Sexual Communication
Sexual communication is an important part of building strong relationships. It involves openness, honesty, trust, and clear expression of desires,...
The term “emotional dependency” refers to the need for another person's approval, affection, attention, or validation, which can be considered unhealthy if it leads to excessive reliance on that...
How Trauma Histories Impact Sexual Trust
Traumatic experiences are known to impact many aspects of an individual's life, including their ability to form trusting relationships. When it comes to...
Humans are social animals and their primary means of communication is verbal language. In human sexuality, however, there are also nonverbal cues that convey emotions such as hesitance to engage in...
Trauma History and Sexual Trust
Trauma is a deeply personal and often painful experience that can have a lasting impact on an individual's life. When it comes to sexual trust, those who have...
How do individuals develop emotional narratives about their sexual past, and how do these narratives shape vulnerability in new relationships?
The development of emotional narratives about one's...
Sexual disconnections can be due to many factors such as physical health issues, stress, work demands, family obligations, or even relationship conflicts.
When these problems become chronic or...
Sexual vulnerability is an essential component of healthy intimate relationships. It allows partners to share their most private desires, fears, fantasies, and experiences with each other. When done...
The concept of unhealthy sexual behavior is often explored within the realm of psychology. It can refer to a variety of practices that are considered harmful or detrimental to an individual's mental...