Awakening the Evangelical Church to Domestic Abuse
The term "Trauma Bonding" is just as victim-blaming as when women were diagnosed with "Hysteria" or "wandering womb" or "Stockholm syndrome". Many people use the term "Trauma Bonding" (just like many people used to believe Hysteria and wandering womb were real). But it's not based in actual truth or things that are factual. It's entirely… Continue reading The term “trauma bonding” is invalid and victim-blaming. It was coined by misogynist Patrick Carnes.
How can we wisely understand the part demons might be playing in the abuser's life? And might demons be slowing a victim's recovery from abuse and impeding her sanctification? First, let's be clear about terminology. The term "demon-possessed" is misleading. Generally speaking, we are better off saying that a person is influenced by a demon,… Continue reading What part might demons play in the lives of the abusers? And in the lives of victims?
