Traumatic Bonding
Hi!! A trauma bond forms when an abusive person forms an attachment to the person they mistreat. When the individual being abused begins to feel compassion or affection for their abuser, this is a classic sign of pathological enabling. This connection may take a few days, weeks, or months to form. Yet, not all survivors of abuse go on to form such bonds. Although anyone has the potential to experience trauma bonding, there are a few common risk factors that can increase that potential. Among these are: · Subpar mental health · Self-Esteem Problems · Stress caused by a lack of funds · There is no safety net · Confusingly, the phrase "traumatic past" · Personal history of bullying · Depression brought on by not having a sense ...