The Myth of “Stockholm Syndrome” and other labels which are used to discredit and pathologize victims of abuse

When I first read about "Stockholm Syndrome" I was delighted because it seemed to explain some of my feelings and thoughts towards my husband when I was married to him. And it seemed to explain why I found it so hard to identify that he was in fact abusing me — and how hard it… Continue reading The Myth of “Stockholm Syndrome” and other labels which are used to discredit and pathologize victims of abuse

Neil Anderson’s “The Bondage Breaker” is not good for victims of domestic abuse

Several readers have inquired about the soundness of Neil Anderson's book The Bondage Breaker and his ministry Freedom in Christ, and in particular, how it might apply to victims of abuse.  While Neil may be sincere — and certainly the experience he reports about his daughter’s rape created a compassion for victims — he is not a recommended… Continue reading Neil Anderson’s “The Bondage Breaker” is not good for victims of domestic abuse