PTSD may add extra challenges to relationships in different ways, including: experiencing a loss of emotional regulation. losing interest in family activities. having no interest in sexual activity.

How does PTSD affect your partner?

Trauma survivors with PTSD may have trouble with their close family relationships or friendships. The symptoms of PTSD can cause problems with trust, closeness, communication, and problem solving. These problems may affect the way the survivor acts with others.

What are some of the ways that trauma can affect the marital relationship?

Trauma can impact intimate relationships in a number of ways. Avoidance of and decrease in emotional and physical intimacy. Isolation. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness (in both partners)

Can being cheated on cause PTSD?

While it is possible you might develop PISD, it is rare to develop PTSD after being cheated on.

Can childhood trauma cause problems in relationships?

Researches have concluded that childhood trauma, whether its because of physical, emotional, sexual abuse or accidental wise can raise distress in adulthood relationships. Neglecting the child or constantly criticising them disrespectfully can induce similar behaviour among them when they become adults.