Join guest and therapist, Jared Jones, as he and Care to Change's director and therapist, April Bordeau, discuss trauma bonds. They review the definition of trauma bonds, the cause of trauma bonds, how to recognize if you or someone you love is caught in the web of a trauma bond, and tips for breaking free or helping a loved one.Tips when considering if you're in a trauma bond include:keeping a log of each time incidents occur to determine if there is a patternincluding trusted others who can help resource, support and encourage you,setting boundaries for emotional and physical safety (always seeking safety if there is a threat)looking for support from others in the healing processTips for helping loved ones includebeing patient, knowing this is not a logical issue and can't always be addressed with reasonlistening to help and hear and notice objectively what is happeningbefriending and familiarizing yourself with patterns to be able to point them outmodeling healthy relationships both with the loved one and othersensuring safety needs are metResourcesHealthline article with more informationLove is RespectDV Hotline 800-799-7233Text us your thoughts or questions at our Care Line: 317-979-7133For more information about Care to Change visit www.caretochange.orgFollow Care to Change on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/CaretoChange.org/Follow Care to Change on Instagram @care_to_changeSee our YouTube page hereIf you would like someone to come speak to your group about anxiety, depression or mental health, contact us for more details.If you are struggling and ready to take a step toward freedom, schedule an appt today. 

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