Post by Gator on Feb 15, 2019 8:07:59 GMT -5
This condition is characterized by anxiety, distrust, nightmares, even flashbacks. It is normally associated with military veterans. It's thus no surprise that vets could come back from a war zone and be out of whack emotionally. But people can suffer PTSD after a variety of traumatic situations, such as being the victim of violence, sexual assault or a terrible childhood. So what about relationships? Believe it or not, a toxic relationship can also trigger PTSD symptoms.
Psychologists treat plenty of clients that have suffered through extremely stressful relationships and now have this disorder. Although it's not an official medical diagnosis (and it's highly unlikely an insurance company would pay to treat it), it is very real and very devastating.
Many trauma survivors do not develop PTSD. Also, many people with PTSD do not have relationship problems. People with PTSD can create and maintain good relationships by:
*Building a personal support network to help cope with PTSD while working on family and friend relationships.
*Sharing feelings honestly and openly, with respect and compassion.
*Building skills at problem solving and connecting with others.
*Including ways to play, be creative, relax and enjoy others.
Relations with others are very important for trauma survivors. Social support is one of the best things to protect against getting PTSD. Relationships can offset feelings of being alone. Relationships may also help the survivor's self-esteem. This may help reduce depression and guilt. A relationship can also give the survivor a way to help someone else. Helping others can reduce feelings of failure or feeling cut off from others. Lastly, relationships are a source of support when coping with stress.
If you need to seek professional help, try to find a therapist who has skills in treating PTSD as well as working with couples or families. Many treatment approaches may be helpful for dealing with relationship issues. Options include:
*One-to-one and group therapy.
*Anger and stress management.
*Assertiveness training.
*Couples counseling.
*Family education classes.
*Family therapy.
Psychologists treat plenty of clients that have suffered through extremely stressful relationships and now have this disorder. Although it's not an official medical diagnosis (and it's highly unlikely an insurance company would pay to treat it), it is very real and very devastating.
Many trauma survivors do not develop PTSD. Also, many people with PTSD do not have relationship problems. People with PTSD can create and maintain good relationships by:
*Building a personal support network to help cope with PTSD while working on family and friend relationships.
*Sharing feelings honestly and openly, with respect and compassion.
*Building skills at problem solving and connecting with others.
*Including ways to play, be creative, relax and enjoy others.
Relations with others are very important for trauma survivors. Social support is one of the best things to protect against getting PTSD. Relationships can offset feelings of being alone. Relationships may also help the survivor's self-esteem. This may help reduce depression and guilt. A relationship can also give the survivor a way to help someone else. Helping others can reduce feelings of failure or feeling cut off from others. Lastly, relationships are a source of support when coping with stress.
If you need to seek professional help, try to find a therapist who has skills in treating PTSD as well as working with couples or families. Many treatment approaches may be helpful for dealing with relationship issues. Options include:
*One-to-one and group therapy.
*Anger and stress management.
*Assertiveness training.
*Couples counseling.
*Family education classes.
*Family therapy.