Childhood abuse and neglect can have lasting effects on adult romantic relationships and sexuality. (Unsplash)

A partner’s touch can feel unsafe for people with a history of childhood maltreatment

Sexual, physical and emotional abuse, and neglect experienced as a child, can change how a partner’s affection feels as an adult, potentially impacting a romantic relationship.

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