There is significant evidence that combat exposure has negative effects on mental health outcomes for both male and female veterans. In addition, studies have found that concealing one's gender...
There has been a growing recognition that sexual intimacy may play an important role in helping individuals cope with the chronic stress of deployment in combat zones. Deployment is often associated...
Hyperawareness is a term used to describe an increased sensitivity to one's surroundings that may result from combat experience. It can be caused by trauma, injury, stress, or simply being exposed to...
Chronic Hypervigilance is a state of constant alertness, where one is constantly on guard against potential threats or danger. This can be seen commonly in individuals who have experienced trauma or...
When a veteran experiences a decrease or change in sexual desire or functioning due to trauma, they may feel embarrassed and ashamed about it. They might worry that their partner will be upset,...
When soldiers return home after deployment, they often experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that can have profound effects on their mental health and overall well-being. One...
Veterans who have experienced traumatic events such as combat or military service can develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can affect how they respond to physical or emotional...
Moral Conflict Experienced During Combat
Moral conflict is a type of internal struggle that occurs when an individual's beliefs, values, or ethics are in opposition to their actions. It can be...
How do veterans navigate conflicting internal messages regarding desire, morality, and relational responsibility?
As a veteran, you may have been taught that certain behaviors are wrong but still...
This is an investigation into how military service can affect the way couples share combat experiences together, and how that may impact their relationship after leaving the army. Specifically, it...