Coercive control is the abuse that leaves no bruises but breaks the spirit. Dr. Torna Pitman uncovers its hidden dangers and how to fight back in this must-hear episode.

Dr. Torna Pitman is a leading expert on coercive control, an often invisible but devastating form of domestic abuse. In this powerful episode, she dives into the dynamics of coercive control, sharing insights from her PhD research and years of counselling experience. As the founder of Talking Wise and author of Tangled Web of Words, Dr. Pitman explains the red flags of this insidious abuse, highlighting how it can take over every facet of a victim's life.

Paula and Dr. Pitman discuss the ten types of abusers and reveal the patterns and behaviours to look out for. Drawing from real-life stories, Paula shares the plight of her own friends affected by coercive control, including one heartening story of a friend who has finally broken free.

With resources like 1800 RESPECT, this episode empowers listeners to support those caught in the web of coercive control and offers hope for those seeking a way out. It’s an unmissable conversation about resilience, education, and taking steps toward freedom.

 

 

Coercive control is the abuse that leaves no bruises but breaks the spirit. Dr. Torna Pitman uncovers its hidden dangers and how to fight back in this must-hear episode.
Dr. Torna Pitman is a leading expert on coercive control, an often invisible but devastating form of domestic abuse. In this powerful episode, she dives into the dynamics of coercive control, sharing insights from her PhD research and years of counselling experience. As the founder of Talking Wise and author of&nbsp;Tangled Web of Words, Dr. Pitman explains the red flags of this insidious abuse, highlighting how it can take over every facet of a victim's life.
Paula and Dr. Pitman discuss the ten types of abusers and reveal the patterns and behaviours to look out for. Drawing from real-life stories, Paula shares the plight of her own friends affected by coercive control, including one heartening story of a friend who has finally broken free.
With resources like 1800 RESPECT, this episode empowers listeners to support those caught in the web of coercive control and offers hope for those seeking a way out. It&rsquo;s an unmissable conversation about resilience, education, and taking steps toward freedom.
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Dr Torna Pitman Reveals the Hidden Scars of Coercive Control - The Abuse You Can’t See

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