Bully Bonding ^new^ (2027)

: Breaking the isolation is critical. Speaking with a therapist, counselor, or trusted friend can help restore a sense of reality.

Bully bonding is not a healthy social connection built on mutual trust. Instead, it is a fueled by an extreme imbalance of power. bully bonding

Overcoming bully bonding requires recognizing that the "bond" is a product of trauma, not affection. : Breaking the isolation is critical

: The victim becomes highly attuned to the bully's moods, constantly "walking on eggshells" to avoid triggering an outburst. bully bonding