An Exploration of Spirituality and the Traumatizing Experiences of Combat

The complex experiences of combat demand significant levels of adaptation and resilience. An individual’s spirituality may be challenged by these experiences, and as a result, he or she may be left both psychologically and spiritually wounded. Incorporating spirituality into the healing process may help mend the wounds of combat soldiers, especially within an integrative treatment framework. In this article, spirituality and the impact of traumatizing combat experiences are discussed from a cultural perspective, using the experiences of an Israeli soldier as an example.

Source: Journal of Humanistic Psychology - June 1, 2016 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Gubkin, R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research