How Does Trauma Hurt Relationships? >>> How do trauma & PTSD symptoms challenge relationships?

How do trauma & PTSD symptoms challenge relationships?

Sleep Disturbances:

Insomnia, nightmares, or panic attacks.

Irritability:

Anger outbursts, hyper-vigilance, exaggerated startle response.

Avoidance:

Decreased interest in activities or fear of leaving home.

Poor problem solving skills:

Silence, rage or hostile exits rather than problem solving and talking out issues. Often makes a "mountain out of a mole hill" because of confusion between the past and present.

Denying:

Minimizing, or rationalizing the impact the symptoms are having on the relationship.

Confusion and anger when confronted with evidence that the relationship is in danger.

Mental health problems:

Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness,

 

shame, depression, anxiety, guilt, fear, rage and fear of being touched, losing time and confusion.

Behavioral problems:

Problems in relationships; sexual dysfunction; poor work history; problems with the law; physical or verbal abuse of children and partners.

Addictive behaviors:

Substance abuse; eating disorders; gambling; compulsive spending; compulsive saving; sexual promiscuity or sexual anorexia, internet porn and high risk behaviors.

Suicidal and Homicidal ideation or attempts:

Symptoms may include: stress, depression, anxiety or panic, shame or guilt, brooding or worrying, trouble sleeping, not caring anymore, fears, nightmares, bad temper, history of violence, poor self-image, relationship problems.

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