The subject of sexual boundaries is often a sensitive one for couples. It can be difficult to determine what is acceptable and what isn't in terms of physical touching, kissing, and intercourse. This...
Couples often experience stressors that threaten to disrupt their relational cohesion. This can take the form of major life events like illness, death, financial hardship, job loss, infidelity, or...
Repeated exposure to trauma can have lasting effects on an individual's ability to form secure attachments and experience healthy romantic relationships. Traumatic experiences such as abuse, neglect,...
Combat Exposure and Intimate Decision Making
When it comes to making decisions regarding intimacy and sexual behavior, there are several factors that can influence these choices. One such factor...
Soldiers who have experienced traumatic events often find it difficult to process emotions associated with close personal interactions, including those with romantic partners. This can lead to...
When it comes to interpersonal relationships, people often form bonds based on trust and mutual understanding. This is especially true for romantic partnerships, where individuals rely on each...
Shared experience can lead to shared vulnerability and trust between partners, which in turn affects their ability to communicate about sensitive topics like sex.
Military service members are...
How do traumatic experiences affect sexual self-concept, body image, and confidence among military personnel?
Traumatic experiences can have a significant impact on an individual's sexual...
The connection between traumatic experiences and interpersonal relationships is well-established. Exposure to trauma may lead individuals to have difficulty trusting others, forming new bonds, and...
Partners are often confronted with changes in their relationship caused by traumatic experiences that can lead to difficulties in managing sexual desire, emotional availability, and attachment...