trauma bond
noun
an emotional bond that an abuse victim feels toward the person who is abusive to them, particularly when periods of abuse alternate with periods of kindness or affection.
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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The wacky premise quickly gives way to a story that delves deep into shame, trauma, bonds of obligation, and finding acceptance and healing.
From New York Times ● Apr. 8, 2023