Many people experience some degree of emotional regression when faced with stressful situations, but for military personnel deployed for extended periods abroad, this can be especially challenging....
The experience of traumatic events can have significant negative impacts on individuals' physical, mental, emotional, and social health. Among those who suffer from PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress...
Combat Exposure and Its Effects on Sexual Self-Esteem, Confidence, and Body Perception
Many veterans who have experienced combat trauma are likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),...
Soldiers undergo trauma that affects their emotions, moods, behaviors, perceptions, and reactions to daily life situations. This impacts their personal relationships, especially between them and...
The psychological consequences of war are vast, and can vary depending on many factors such as length of deployment, intensity of fighting, severity of injuries, and proximity to home. One aspect...
Many veterans struggle to find their place in society after returning home from war. They may have lost limbs or sustained serious injuries that affect their physical appearance. This can make it...
Veterans often experience a unique dilemma when it comes to navigating the tension between self-protection and the desire for relational intimacy. On one hand, they have been trained to be guarded...
Psychological Adjustments During Intimacy
Intimacy is a unique bond that involves physical, emotional, and mental closeness between partners. It includes trust, communication, respect, and mutual...
Relational Challenges Arising from Trauma Triggers in Veterans
Veterans who have experienced combat or other forms of traumatic events are often affected by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),...
Sexual Dysfunction Following Combat or Injury: A Shameful Experience for Veterans
When soldiers return from war, they may experience various physical and psychological difficulties that can affect...