There are many ways to communicate nonverbally in an intimate encounter between two people. It is important for both parties to understand each other's cues. One way of doing this is through body...
When people are exposed to high levels of danger and stress, they can experience changes in their sexual confidence, relational investment, and attachment security. Repeated exposure to these...
How Partners Navigate Cycles of Intimacy and Withdrawal Caused by Trauma-Related Emotional Dysregulation
By using specific techniques, couples can navigate cycles of intimacy and withdrawal caused...
Anticipatory grief is a type of grief that occurs before an actual loss has taken place, such as the death of a loved one or the end of a relationship. It can be caused by various factors, including...
How do veterans navigate the tension between hyperdependence and withdrawal in romantic relationships?
Veterans who have experienced trauma during their service may struggle to maintain healthy...
Strategies for Couples When Trauma Causes Veterans to Oscillate Between Dependence and Withdrawal
When a veteran experiences trauma, they may go through periods of time where they struggle with...
The question of how anticipatory stress shapes communication patterns and conflict resolution has been studied extensively in psychology research for many years. Anticipatory stress is defined as the...
Relational Patterns
When a person experiences trauma, they may find themselves struggling with feelings of intense fear and anxiety that can be difficult to process. This can lead them to seek out...
Fear of vulnerability is an emotional reaction that can occur when people feel they are at risk of being exposed to potential harm, loss, or rejection in their interpersonal relationships. This can...
During military service, men and women face unique challenges related to their emotions and personal lives that they may struggle to manage. One such challenge is avoiding becoming emotionally...