Trauma bonding is an important thing to understand and use correctly.
This isn’t necessarily a fun, lighthearted conversation, but it is a necessary one, for sure.
What Is Trauma Bonding, Exactly?
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Trauma bondingis a psychological response to abuse where the abused person forms an unhealthy bond to their abuser.
Trauma bonding and Stockholm syndrome may begin when an abused person begins to rationalize their perpetrator’s actions.
Generally, there will be a combination of multiple types of abuse involved in trauma bonding.
How Does Trauma Bonding Happen?
Then, “the person experiences cravings.
They can become attached to trauma.”
In the event of long-lasting trauma, the person actually becomes accustomed to it.
Suppose a child’s caregiver growing up was abusive.
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What Can Trauma Bonding Look Like IRL?
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How Do You Leave a Relationship Where Trauma Bonding Is Present?
Ideally, you should only leave a trauma-bonded relationship once you’ve created a safety plan.
A safety plan involves having somewhere safe to go with support.
Remember: You’re not alone and don’t need to figure it out all on your own.
