The Psychology of Trauma Bonding “In a trauma bond, love feels like chaos, yet chaos feels like home.” Jessica Lane. Have you ever looked at a relationship that you have had and thought, “This is hurting me. So, why can’t I leave?” It is undoubtedly one of the most confusing and frustrating parts of an […]
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“Emotionally unavailable people have a way of pulling us in without ever fully showing up.” Liam Miller Have you ever been left waiting for your partner to reply to your messages for days? Do they seem cold and off with you, even though there hasn’t been an argument? OK, so we all know that life
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“The scars from mental cruelty can be as deep and long-lasting as wounds from punches or slaps.”Lundy Bancroft It is one of the most common questions that is asked when a woman reveals she is in an abusive relationship: ” Why don’t you leave?” However, when it comes to leaving an abusive relationship, it is
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It is common in society to assume that the issues of domestic abuse, violence and sexual assault are two separate things. However, research shows that these two seemingly different forms of abuse are more interconnected than many people think. Understanding the link is crucial for prevention, intervention and supporting survivors. As April is sexual assault
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“When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time”- Maya Angelou Long-term relationships are often hard work. Life has a way of throwing multiple hurdles and sometimes, it can feel exceedingly hard to overcome them, even with the help of your partner. This can lead many people to question whether it is
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