Human Sexuality

Military service is not just a career; it’s a culture with its own language, values, and unspoken rules. For those within the institution, this culture profoundly influences how service members perceive relationships, intimacy, and boundaries. Understanding the military’s influence on sex, consent, and relationships is essential for clinicians, educators, and loved ones who support those who serve. Military Culture and Power Dynamics The military is structured around rank an

For those who may not know, in May 2024, I earned my Master of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University, a milestone that deepened my commitment to helping others talk openly about this often-silent topic. Yet, I find it somewhat ironic that in my work with veterans, active duty, & their families, conversations about sexuality rarely happen. When they do, it’s usually in the context of the sexually harmful or exploitative. More often, the topic never surfaces at

Sexual health is a vital but often overlooked component of overall well-being. It influences physical, emotional, and relational health. For many individuals, sexual health shapes identity, intimacy, and self-worth. Trauma, including PTSD or TBI (traumatic brain injury), can disrupt sexual function and intimacy. This creates challenges that are rarely addressed in healthcare or mental health settings. This article explores the connection between trauma and sexual dysfunction,

The Role of Coping Mechanisms in Trauma Through schooling and experience, I have learned to recognize and address a broad spectrum of coping mechanisms that individuals develop in response to trauma. These mechanisms can be adaptive, such as mindfulness and social support, or maladaptive, like substance use or avoidance. Understanding trauma responses is central to effective care. My work experiences have emphasized the importance of identifying unhealthy coping patterns. I s

Military Sexual Trauma (MST) doesn’t just disrupt a survivor’s relationship with others—it can profoundly fracture their relationship...

Sexual trauma doesn’t discriminate by gender, rank, or duty status. Yet when we talk about Military Sexual Trauma (MST), male survivors...

Sexual assault and sexual harassment are often mistakenly used interchangeably, but they represent different forms of sexual misconduct....

April 24th has become a date shrouded in misinformation and fear, primarily due to the myths surrounding what some have referred to as...