When it comes to recovering from moral injury, it is important to remember that everyone's experiences are unique and personal. While some individuals may find solace in confessing their feelings to...
Soldiers have a unique set of challenges when it comes to integrating relational experiences into their personal and professional identities. From the moment they enlist, they are trained to...
Emotional detachment is a natural defense mechanism that allows individuals to cope with traumatic events. It can be an effective way for soldiers to survive the intensity of warfare, but it can also...
Combat experiences can have a profound effect on soldiers' perceptions of emotional closeness. After witnessing death and violence up close, many veterans struggle to relate to their loved ones in...
Researchers have begun to recognize the potential role of intimacy in mitigating the psychological effects of moral injury in combat veterans. Moral injury refers to an experience that challenges an...
Sexual communication between veterans with PTSD
Veterans who have experienced traumatic events during their military service are more likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),...
The human body is intricately designed to respond to stimuli that are both physiological and psychological. In times of stress, the body releases hormones that suppress appetite and promote survival...
Hypervigilance can be defined as an exaggerated state of mental alertness or attention that is directed towards potential threats, both real and imagined. It involves being constantly aware and ready...
The close quarters and rigid hierarchies of military life can have an impact on intimate relationships between soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guard personnel. These factors may affect...
Despite its prevalence and clinical importance, sexual dysfunctions remain relatively understudied. Sexual health is generally regarded as the ability to enjoy and experience satisfying physical,...