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Jul 2025
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Rerelease: Janet, The Abusive Family, & ...

Abuse Survivor Network
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon talks with Janet about growing up in an abusive household, which led her into the hands of a predator.  It’s a story of trauma, addiction, grooming, physical & sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, identity, manipulation, gaslighting, sexual assault, IPV, emotional abuse, infidelity, healing, hope, and surviving ... Show More
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