Prof Sam Vaknin
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Not Trauma, Nor Bonding, But Addiction to Intermittent Reinforcement ("Hot and Cold" Mixed Signals)
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Trauma bonding has nothing to do with trauma or bonding. It is an addiction to intermittent reinforcement, to the abuser's gaze that makes you feel unique, special, and perfect. The next fix. You keep returning to your pusher.
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