When Sexless Marriage Hides Trauma | Guyana News

Guyana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 2m

When a marriage hits a rough patch, it’s often not about lack of effort—but deep-seated trauma that turns intimacy into danger. For survivors, sex isn’t about desire fading; it’s about the body reacting to past pain, triggering fight, flight, freeze, or appeasement responses. The non-traumatized partner may feel confused or unloved, while the survivor feels pressured, deepening the rift. Healing isn’t about forcing closeness—it’s about rebuilding safety, setting firm boundaries, and restoring trust through non-sexual touch first. With trauma-informed therapy, couples can rediscover…