What Exactly Is Trauma Bonding? Lately people have adopted the phrase “trauma bond” both online and off. But as a psychological term, the phrase has a long history that describes something different from how it’s commonly used. Christina Caron, a mental health reporter for Well, explains. By Christina Caron and Theodore TaeMarch 19, 2026

Source: International New York Times March 19, 2026 20:32 UTC