Psychological trauma in childhood has a significant impact on the formation of a person’s personality and behavioral characteristics. They create emotional wounds that affect the ability to trust, express love, and deal with conflict in a relationship. When one or both partners have unprocessed or unresolved psychological trauma, it can lead to serious problems in their relationship. The manifestation of these traumas in relationships can be varied and individual for each person, but general patterns of their influence can be identified: Feelings of inferiority and low self-esteem. Experiencing trauma in childhood can leave a negative view of oneself and create the belief that one is not worthy of love and deserves to be treated negatively by a partner. Such feelings can lead to a lot of conflicts and misunderstandings, as well as a need for constant confirmation from a partner. Emotional unavailability. A person who has experienced traumatic situations in childhood may suffer from difficulty expressing their emotions and being open in relationships. He may have difficulty forming deep emotional connections, which can create misunderstandings and distance in the relationship. Trust issues. A person who has experienced traumatic events may view other people with suspicion and mistrust. He may experience a certain amount of skepticism and doubt about his partner or exhibit behavior aimed at constantly checking and controlling the partner. Development of destructive behavioral reactions. A person who has experienced traumatic situations in childhood may exhibit aggressive behavior, rage, fear, or passive-aggressive behavior in their relationships. This can create negative dynamics in relationships and lead to serious conflicts. Each person reacts to childhood trauma differently. Partners must be willing to support and listen to each other, recognizing the impact of traumatic experiences on their relationship. Self-improvement and mutual support can help overcome these difficulties and build strong and healthy relationships. Sincerely, psychologist Alena Batueva.