In the first few weeks and months following trauma, it’s common for survivors to experience anger, detachment, or worry in their relationships. Over time, however, most can resume their prior level of closeness in relationships, but five to 10 percent of survivors will develop PTSD. It will cause them to feel distant from one another and experience numbness. Survivors typically feel on guard, jumpy, irritable, worried, or nervous, and they will not be able to relax or be intimate.Trauma survivors will also have less interest in social or sexual activities due to the reasons mentioned earlier. It will cause them to increase their need to protect loved ones, and it may cause them to come across as demanding or tense.They will experience flashbacks, which will make relationships impossible. Survivors will avoid all activities that could trigger a memory. It is challenging to sleep because of nightmares, and it will affect their mood.When a survivor tries to feel close or to trust, it may seem dangerous like they are letting their guard down, although the survivor feels an actual bond of love or friendship. The anxiety may be intense enough that they cannot keep a healthy relationship, in spite of all attempts to do so, and that alone will cause tension.If you are struggling with PTSD, it’s possible that therapy can be the right step for you. Reach out to your physician immediately to discuss any and all options that may be right for you.