Trauma bonding and the misunderstandings around therapy speak

Dr. Perpetua Neal, an expert in type A overachieving women, discusses trauma bonding and abusive relationships. Many misunderstandings exist around therapy speak, which can damage people's understanding of what is happening. Trauma bonding creates a slow burn effect, leading to exhaustion and blunting of the nervous system, making it difficult to leave abusive relationships. The cycle of highs and lows, similar to addiction, keeps individuals hooked, overlooking the negative aspects of the relationship. This understanding helps in dismantling the judgment of why someone doesn't just leave an abusive situation.