How Society Gaslights Survivors Into Staying With the Abuser

Kerry McAvoy, PhD June 9, 2025
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Helping people heal from narcissistic relationships Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., is a mental health clinician, narcissistic abuse survivor and an expert on cultivating healthy relationships, deconstructing narcissism, and understanding various other mental health-related issues. IF YOU ARE A RISK of immediate danger or abuse, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233. DISCLAIMER: All content and information on this website is for informational and educational purposes only, does not constitute mental health advice. Although, I strive to provide accurate general information, the information presented here is not a substitute for any kind of professional advice, and you should not rely solely on this information. Always consult a professional in the area for your particular needs and circumstances prior to making any professional, legal, medical and financial or tax-related decisions.

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Why do so many abuse survivors stay with someone who’s hurting them? It’s not weakness. It’s not ignorance. It’s emotional entrapment—made worse when everyone around them thinks the abuser is a “great guy.” In this video, I explore how society gaslights survivors into staying quiet and second-guessing themselves, using Season 2 of Dirty John (the Betty Broderick case) as a powerful lens. 💔 Feeling confused in your own relationship?Download my free guide: 7 Signs You’re Emotionally Trapped in a Toxic Relationship👉 https://subscribepage.io/7-signs 🔔 Subscribe for more content on narcissistic abuse, trauma healing, and reclaiming your power. #narcissisticabuse #gaslighting #dirtyjohn #emotionalabuse #toxicrelationships #covertabuse #bettybroderick #psychologicalabuse

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