I Feel Guilty For Having Ptsd Help

[Beth-Billie]

I'm new to this site so not sure how to explain but here goes...
I have recently been diagnosed with ptsd it has developed over the past 7 years.
Up untill 2 years ago I always felt with the symptoms on my own now my partner is my rock, he deals with everything. Most recently my loss of sex drive its been months since we have made love and now I feel more guilty than usual. I already felt terrible he had to deal with my issues now we don't even have sex. Can anyone offer any advice or coping techniques?

 

[Chem Lady]

Can you try to meet his needs in a way where it's more one-sided? Where it's more about your partner? That way you don't have to have drive as well.
Also, look for other ways to be close that you enjoy. Just cuddling or hugging or light touch on your arm, or probably a hundred other things I can't think of. You may find your own drive improve over time by feeling close in other ways.

 

[Beth-Billie]

Can you try to meet his needs in a way where it's more one-sided? Where it's more about your partner?...

Thank you that really helpful

 

[Whyteferret]

If you're on any medications it might be a side effect.

 

[EveHarrington]

Hi, are you in treatment right now?

 

[Deleted member 33052]

I'm new to this site so not sure how to explain but here goes...
I have recently been diagnosed wit...

It's wonderful that your partner is so supportive! It sounds like the two of you are working through your PTSD quite successfully.

I understand your lack of libido, and your feelings of guilt. I don't know if you're isolating, but if you are, it may be difficult to even touch or be touched right now. If that's the case, please try not to feel guilty. You're doing what your body is demanding that you do to heal. Your partner can accommodate his own needs until you're able to reconnect. Sex isn't something you owe him, nor is it something that he can't survive without. You're in the battle of your life. He can deal with his needs.

If, on the other hand, you enjoy physical contact but just can't get in the mood, then there are many ways to help satisfy him, which you might also find enjoyable.

Please try not to feel bad about how your PTSD affects him. You didn't choose to have PTSD. Put your recovery first. He knows that a healthy, happy you is worth waiting for.

 

[Hotdog517]

It's wonderful that your partner is so supportive! It sounds like the two of you are working throug...

I have been dealing wi t h PTSD, AD and MDD dor 41 years. My wife views me as broken and will not touch me or allow me to touch her.

My fault I know I was the one who enlisted and I am sure did not think she was marrying a nental patient.

I would love to gave an honest relationship with a woman but I am afraid of meeting people let alone opening up.