Veterans who have served in military combat may face unique challenges when it comes to their sexual and relational lives. In many cases, they may experience feelings of inadequacy, shame, or guilt...
Sexual self-expression is the way people convey their needs and desires to others through physical touching or verbal communication. It can take many forms including kissing, hugging, making love,...
When people suffer from PTSD or other psychological traumas, they may find it difficult to form close bonds with others. This is because their brains become hypervigilant to perceived threats, which...
Intimacy is a critical aspect of human life, whether it's romantic, familial, or platonic. It is the ability to share deep thoughts, feelings, desires, dreams, fears, secrets, frustrations,...
How does trauma exposure influence sexual behavior and desire post-deployment?
Traumatic experiences can have profound effects on individuals, including alterations to their sexual behavior and...
The human body has an inherent physiological mechanism that allows it to rest and rejuvenate itself after periods of intense activity or stress. This process is called "the fight-or-flight response"...
The impact of combat trauma can be devastating for individuals who have experienced it. When soldiers are exposed to traumatic events during warfare, they may experience changes in their ability to...
Prolonged engagement in dangerous environments can have a profound impact on soldiers' understanding of relational commitment and loyalty. As they are exposed to intense and often life-threatening...
I will explore how combat exposure can affect an individual's sexual self-esteem and body image. Exposure to combat can have lasting effects on an individual's psyche, including their perception of...
The psychological impact of war is well documented, but there is much less known about how it affects the relationships between soldiers who return home after serving. One major concern for soldiers...