There has been an increase in awareness of the mental health needs of military veterans returning from active duty. Among these issues are post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression,...
Implications of Limited Access to Intimacy for Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life
As veterans return from military service, they face many challenges in reintegrating into civilian life. One...
When partners experience relational ambiguity in their interactions with veterans who have experienced trauma, they can find it difficult to maintain consistent levels of desire, affection, and...
The traumatic experience of war can have lasting effects on soldiers' mental health, including their ability to form and maintain meaningful connections with loved ones back home. Combatants who...
Partners Supporting Veterans with Stagnated Emotional Growth after Deployment
Partnering up with someone who has experienced trauma can be challenging due to their reactions to triggers that...
In coping with trauma, soldiers often experience shifts in their emotions that can be difficult for their partners to understand. Partners may find themselves feeling lonely, confused, and frustrated...
Therapy for Veterans' Emotional Bonds
Veterans face unique challenges when it comes to developing and maintaining healthy emotional bonds with others. This is especially true for those who have...
Veterans are often exposed to multiple stressful experiences during their time in service that may result in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which can impact their ability to maintain healthy...
Trauma is a common experience for many individuals, including those who have served in the military. Veterans often face various forms of psychological distress due to their experiences during combat...
Introduction to Combat-Exposed Relationships
The relationship between two individuals who have experienced combat is often referred to as a combat-exposed relationship. These relationships can be...