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Actor and partner effects of PTSD and relationship functioning in a recently traumatized sample
Rachel E Liebman1, Jeremiah A Schumm2, Nicole D Pukay-Martin3
1Department of Psychiatry, University Health Network.
Summary
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in one partner significantly impact relationship conflict for both individuals. This highlights the importance of considering both partners
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Social Psychology
Background:
- A strong negative correlation exists between self-reported posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and interpersonal relationship functioning.
- The influence of one partner's PTSD severity on the other's relationship functioning is not well understood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the associations between self- and partner-reported PTSD severity and relationship functioning.
- To investigate if trauma exposure, gender, or relationship type moderate these associations.
Main Methods:
- 104 dyads of individuals with PTSD and a close significant other participated.
- Self- and partner-reported PTSD severity and relationship functioning (conflict, support, depth) were assessed.
- Moderation analyses explored the influence of trauma exposure, gender, and relationship type (intimate vs. nonintimate).
Main Results:
- Each partner's PTSD severity was linked to increased relationship conflict for themselves and their partner.
- Women's PTSD severity uniquely predicted their partners' reported relationship conflict.
- Intimate relationships showed a negative association between PTSD severity and relationship support for both partners.
Conclusions:
- PTSD impacts relationships dyadically, with both partners' symptom perceptions being crucial.
- Conjoint therapies addressing both PTSD and relationship functioning may be highly effective.
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