Villain Syndrome: When survivors are rewritten as the problem

About this episode

The episode discusses 'Villain Syndrome' and how survivors of abuse are often mischaracterized as the problem, while exploring themes of trauma and healing.

The Nurses Report on America Out Loud with Kimberly Overton, BSN, RN, BC-FMP – Kimberly and Jennifer Erin explore “Villain Syndrome,” revealing how survivors are often recast as the problem after abuse ends. They unpack trauma, DARVO, faith, and healing while challenging misplaced empathy, empowering listeners to reclaim truth, set boundaries, and rediscover their worth with clarity, courage, and compassion...

People in this episode

Host: Kimberly Overton

Guest: Jennifer Erin

Topics covered

• Villain Syndrome
• survivor trauma
• DARVO
• faith
• healing
• boundaries
• self-worth

Keywords

• Villain Syndrome
• survivors
• abuse
• trauma
• DARVO
• faith
• healing
• boundaries
• self-worth

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