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Why do we stay when we know it’s toxic? In this episode of Bitch is a Bad Word, we break down the trauma bond—the psychological trap that keeps survivors stuck in abusive relationships. We’ll unpack the cycle of highs and lows, the addictive pull of intermittent reinforcement, and why leaving can feel impossible, even when we know we should. No judgment, no shame—just real talk, personal insight, and a deeper understanding of the ties that keep us bound… and how to finally break free.

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233

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This podcast is for you if you're asking questions such as:

• Am I in an abusive relationship?
• What are the five (5) signs of emotional abuse?
• How do I know if I'm being emotionally abused by my husband / wife / partner?
• Am I in a toxic relationship?
• How do I tell if I'm in a domestic abusive relationship?
• What are signs of narcissistic abuse?
• What are the red flags of emotional abuse?
• What is gaslighting and am I being gaslit?
• Am I thinking of calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH)?
• How to recognize and stop / break the cycle of abuse?
• What is the effect on my children of living in an abusive house?
• Will I lose my children if I report my abusive husband / wife / partner?
• How to escape an abuser with your children?

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Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Podcast On Domestic Abuse is a podcast about identifying and navigating your way through and out of Domestic Violence and Domestic Abuse, hosted by two survivors of Domestic Abuse.

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