The term "emotional numbing" refers to a state where individuals experience a lack of emotional responsiveness or awareness, often due to exposure to prolonged stress or trauma. Similarly,...
Hypervigilance is a psychological condition characterized by an exaggerated state of alertness and attention to stimuli that may or may not be threatening. In romantic relationships, individuals with...
Internalized stigma refers to an individual's belief that society views them negatively due to some aspect of their identity such as race, gender, ethnicity, age, disability, social class, or...
How does repeated exposure to danger shape relational expectations and emotional needs?
Exposure to dangerous situations can have profound effects on an individual's emotions and behavior,...
The military life is characterized by high stress levels and an intense focus on duty and loyalty, which means that soldiers are often required to suppress their emotions and feelings. This can have...
The Effect of Exposure to Combat Stress on Soldiers' Interpretation and Response to Relational Cues
Soldiers experience many different types of stressors while engaged in combat operations. Some...
Military couples face significant challenges when one partner returns from deployment
Military service often creates unique challenges for partners who are stationed apart for extended periods of...
Emotional numbness is a psychological condition where an individual experiences a decreased ability to feel emotion, particularly in relation to their partner. This can manifest in various forms,...
To understand the impact of repeated exposure to trauma, moral conflict, and operational stress on sexual functioning, emotional regulation, and relational satisfaction, it is important to consider...
Soldiers who are deployed often experience high levels of stress and anxiety that can affect their relationships back home.
They may have different ways of dealing with these feelings, which can...