Intimate relationships can be an important source of support for veterans who have experienced traumatic events during their time in military service. In fact, research has shown that intimacy and...
Soldiers form strong bonds during their time in military service. These bonds are built through shared experiences, such as living together in close quarters, fighting side-by-side in combat, and...
How can soldiers be affected by their experience of warfare? What happens when they go through traumatic experiences that put them under pressure? Can this affect their ability to connect physically...
In modern warfare, soldiers are often exposed to high levels of stress, violence, and traumatic experiences that can have lasting effects on their mental health and well-being. One aspect of this is...
Can intimacy be conceptualized as a critical component of post-service rehabilitation and reentry into civilian life?
Intimacy is an important aspect of human relationships, but its role in...
Emotional suppression is one of the most common mental health issues that veterans face after serving. It's been estimated that nearly three million American men and women have served or are...
LGBT service members face unique challenges that can lead to stress and anxiety due to their marginalized status within the military community. In addition, they may experience discrimination,...
How does a soldier's fear of burdening their partner with traumatic memories reduce their willingness to seek intimacy or comfort through close relationships?
The psychological impact of combat...
Trauma and its Effects
Trauma can be defined as an experience that causes mental and emotional distress to an individual. It is often caused by events such as accidents, natural disasters, war,...
We will discuss how military socialization shapes attachment patterns, relational negotiation, and sexual expression. Military socialization refers to the process by which individuals are taught to...