Is It Just Stress — or Could It Be Low Testosterone? A Guide for Spouses of Combat Veterans

You’ve seen it all — the homecomings with silent relief, the restless nights, the weight of unspoken memories. He came back from deployment physically whole, but you’ve noticed lately... something’s different. He may still seem strong on the outside — but something feels off and not in a way that fades with time.

Maybe he’s more tired than usual, even when he gets a whole night’s sleep.
Maybe he’s withdrawn, moody, or seems to have lost his spark.
Maybe he’s gained weight, lost interest in intimacy, or just doesn’t seem like himself.

You know your husband better than anyone. And if you’ve started to wonder, “Is this just stress — or something more?” you’re not alone. The truth is, it could be something deeper — something medical and treatable. It could be low testosterone.