Trauma is a psychological response to an extremely distressing event that can cause physical and emotional harm. It often results from experiencing or witnessing something terrifying, dangerous, or...
The transition from military service to civilian life can be difficult for many veterans, including their personal lives. Veterans often experience changes in their worldview, values, and behaviors...
Veterans often have conflicting internal messages about their desires, morals, and relational responsibilities. These conflicts can arise from various factors such as cultural conditioning, traumatic...
How do soldiers psychologically navigate intimate relationships when their identity becomes fragmented between their military role and their pre-war self?
The military lifestyle is highly...
Veterans often experience trauma during their time in combat, which can lead to various mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other anxiety disorders. One symptom of...
Veterans face unique challenges when it comes to coping with the aftermath of traumatic experiences. One such challenge is the experience of dissociation, which can occur during moments of intimacy...
We will explore how posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects sexual communication between veterans and their partners. We will also discuss the psychological mechanisms that cause these...
There has been an increasing focus on the importance of physical touch in emotional healing for both veterans and active-duty military personnel. Physical touch can provide a sense of comfort,...
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...
Most people agree that human beings have an inherent need for emotional connection and intimate bonding. These needs can take many forms, but one type is commonly referred to as "sexual intimacy"....