Sexual problems are common among couples who have been through a difficult time together. After traumatic events like rape, abuse, betrayal, or infidelity, it is normal for people to feel hurt and...
The ability to experience healthy and fulfilling sexual intimacy is an important component of individual well-being that has been shown to have numerous benefits for mental health. For individuals...
Trauma-Induced Dissociation: What is it, and how does it work?
Trauma-induced dissociation is a mental health condition where an individual experiences a disconnection between their thoughts,...
There are many potential causes of interruption to relational continuity that can affect psychosexual compatibility between partners. Trauma, stress, and operational unpredictability can all...
Traumatic experiences can leave deep emotional scars that affect individuals' abilities to build healthy relationships and reconnect with themselves sexually. Veterans who have experienced combat...
Traumatic experiences can have profound effects on people's lives, including their sexual and romantic preferences, boundaries, and comfort zones. This is especially true for soldiers who have...
When couples experience traumatic events together, their relationship is fundamentally altered. This often includes changes to their sexual script, which can be difficult to navigate without support...
Traumatic Events and Their Effect on Sexual Functioning
Traumatic events can impact an individual's physical and mental health in various ways. One area that is often neglected when discussing the...
Couples may experience physical or emotional changes that affect their sexual lives after experiencing traumatic events such as accidents, surgeries, illnesses, or mental health conditions like...
The physical and emotional benefits of intimate relationships are well known. Research shows that couples who have frequent, meaningful sexual encounters experience lower levels of stress, anxiety,...