Ever wondered what keeps people in emotionally/physically abusive situations? In most cases, a significant factor in this decision is a little thing called trauma bonding. This time on Messy Minds, the girls dive into why abusive relationships can become addictive on an emotional and chemical level. 

Article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/neurosagacity/201701/the-brain-can-work-against-abuse-victims#:~:text=How%20the%20Brain%20Works%20Against%20Abuse%20Victims%20A,neuropeptide%20oxytocin%20packs%20a%20double%20punch%20for%20women.

The Little Shaman podcast on Trauma Bonds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjmtlJviKJc

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