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Sep 18
11m 22s

Can You Really Heal a Trauma Bond? + Why...

Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D.
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Can you really heal a trauma bond—or is the damage permanent? This week’s Fan Mail features two powerful questions. The first comes from a YouTube listener who asks: “Is it really possible to break a trauma bond? Even Dr. Ramani says she still struggles daily—so what’s the point of fighting, especially if kids are involved?” The second comes from a listene ... Show More
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