“In threatening and survival situations, we look for evidence of hope – a small sign that the situation may improve. When an abuser/controller shows the victim some small kindness, even though it is to the abusers benefit as well, the victim interprets that small kindness as a positive trait of the c…”— Dr. Joe Carver, drjoecarver.makeswebsites.comTagged: Stockholm Syndrome, Abusive Relationships, Toxic Relationships, Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma Bonding