The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can make any relationship difficult. It is hard for many people with PTSD to relate to other people in a healthy way when they have problems with trust, closeness, and other important components of relationships.

How do you date someone with PTSD?

Here are few that may help you or your partner with PTSD:Seek individual therapy as a partner of someone with PTSD.Encourage your partner to attend individual therapy with a PTSD specialist.Attend couples therapy.Find support groups for people with PTSD or their loved ones.

Whats it like living with someone with PTSD?

After you experience a PTSD episode you may have feelings of guilt or shame. In spite of these feelings, holding onto any guilt distracts from your relationship. If you remain in this “head-space” you will furthermore miss out on precious time living “in the moment” with your spouse.