- Watching someone you care about struggle with moral injury can be incredibly painful. You may see them experience feelings of shame and guilt, withdraw from others, or feel as if they do not deserve help. It can be heartbreaking to see someone you love carry this burden.
- You may feel helpless if they avoid talking about their experiences or seem overwhelmed by regret.
- Their struggle may lead to them using unhealthy coping strategies, like isolation or substance abuse, which can create tension in your relationship.
Supporting someone with moral injury is not easy, and you do not have to do it alone. Seeing a change in your loved one can be frightening, and you may worry that things will never be the same.
The most important thing to know is that you are not powerless. Your support can have a significant impact on their recovery.
At the same time, it’s crucial that you take care of yourself and recognise that you cannot always take your loved one’s pain away.
This page is dedicated to those caring for individuals with moral injury, including partners. It offers resources like psychoeducation materials, self-help techniques for managing distress, and information on further support options.
