How can you tell if a person is naturally passionate and expresses their affection through big displays of love versus someone who is using love bombing to gain power and control? In this episode of Unsilenced, Dr. Danielle Graddick explains the signs of love bombing, how it differs from loving relationships, and how love bombing intersects with domestic violence.

Content:

(0:00) Introduction

(1:35) Defining Love Bombing

(3:00) Why is Love Bombing a Problem?

(4:15) What is the Effect of Love Bombing?

(7:57) Can Love Bombing Happen at Any Age?

(8:52) Love Bombing and The Cycle of Violence

(10:27) A Personal Experience with Love Bombing

(14:17) Romantic Gestures vs. Love Bombing

(20:04) Love Bombing and Social Media

(24:44) Love Bombing, Abuse, and Isolation

(26:53) Love Bombing? Or Genuine Interest?

(30:00) About JBWS and Resources

Resources:

If you are in an unhealthy relationship and living or working in Morris County, New Jersey JBWS can help call our 24-Hour Helpline at 1.877.782.2873 or visit ⁠ jbws.org/services

If you notice controlling or unhealthy behaviors in yourself, JBWS can help. Call 973.539.7801 or visit jbws.org/jcnv

If you don't live or work in Morris County, NJ please call 800.799.SAFE (7233)

Intro and outro music donated by Billy Morris