If your partner has been through a sexual trauma, it is likely for them to experience painful emotions and hence take a toll on your relationship. It might even lead to feelings of anger and frustrations. You might feel a desperate need for your relationship to return to its normal way. However, you need to practice a sense of patience, support and understanding.
Here are some ways to help your man heal from a sexual trauma.
1. Let your partner know that you still love him
It is important to assure him that you still love him and whatever happened was not his fault. You need to tell him that nothing he did or didn’t do could stop it from happening.
2. Let him open up at his own pace
Some people find it difficult to talk about their traumatic experience whereas others feel the need to talk about the assault again and again. Although it might be frustrating for you, try to be patient and do not force him to open up or stop him from repeating the past. Let him know that you are there anytime he wants to talk about it.
3. Motivate him to ask for help but do not pressurize him
Sexual trauma might make your partner feel disempowered so you need to help him gain back his sense of control. Encourage him to seek help and let him make his decision.
4. Be patient
Healing from a sexual trauma takes time, therefore, you need to learn to be more patient with him.
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