Memories of combat are often traumatic, disturbing, painful, and even life-threatening experiences that can leave lasting psychological scars on those who have experienced them. These experiences can...
There are three main ways that intimate practices can help people to reintegrate into non-military social life: building personal connections, regaining trust in others, and restoring emotional...
Trauma-induced emotional fragmentation is a condition characterized by dissociation from reality, resulting in the loss of connection to oneself and others. It can occur after exposure to traumatic...
How do partners manage to stay connected when their veteran spouse's mood changes suddenly and they experience emotional and physical disengagement from them? It is essential to understand that each...
Romantic relationships are often seen as an important part of life, but they can also have a significant impact on emotional stability in veterans. Veterans face unique challenges when it comes to...
Veterans are individuals who have served in the military and are now adjusting to civilian life after returning from combat duty. Many veterans struggle with traumatic experiences during their...
Veterans' coping mechanisms for differentiating trauma-driven withdrawal from relational disinterest or rejection are essential for maintaining healthy and fulfilling relationships. This is because...
There are many ways to define intimacy, family, and sexual connection. Veterans have experienced different types of situations that affect their perception of these three elements.
Some veterans...
The phenomenon of sexual avoidance in veterans returning from combat has received much attention in recent years. Researchers have investigated factors that may contribute to this behavioral pattern,...
When one considers the ways in which military culture affects individuals' lives, it is impossible to ignore the impact that the institution has on their emotional state and how this can manifest...