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Trauma is the emotional response to a distressing event. It consists of different types and stages that severely impact well-being.| Verywell Health
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Malignant narcissism manifests as aggressive behavior and a lack of empathy. Learn more about causes, how it affects relationships, and treatment.| Verywell Health
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Trauma bonding occurs when a person becomes attached to a person who is abusing them in a relationship. Learn the signs of a trauma bond and how to break it.| Verywell Health
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Childhood trauma can occur due to abandonment, physical or sexual abuse, and more—but unresolved trauma can lead adults to repress these memories.| Verywell Health
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Learn about mental health counseling options, how they work, and what conditions they can help relieve, as well as how to become a counselor.| Verywell Health
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The cycle of abuse has four stages: tension, incident, reconciliation, and calm. Learn more about how to recognize abuse and escape the cycle.| Verywell Health