It's a lot easier to sleep when you have that who you hold so dear clutched in your arms 
But you're right, all the crew in a situation like that would be feeling the strain also, which is why I think Bioware did a good job with the script-writing and characters when they give you the opportunity to go around and catch up with your crew while on board or taking shore leave, etc. That human touch
Anyway, I'll shut up now but please do carry on, looking forward to seeing what else results from those talented fingers of yours
But you're right, all the crew in a situation like that would be feeling the strain also, which is why I think Bioware did a good job with the script-writing and characters when they give you the opportunity to go around and catch up with your crew while on board or taking shore leave, etc. That human touch Anyway, I'll shut up now but please do carry on, looking forward to seeing what else results from those talented fingers of yours