Episode 085 Featuring Emma Davey

About this episode

Emma Davey discusses coercive control, its patterns, and the psychological impact on victims.

Understanding Coercive Control: Insights from Emma Davey "It's a long journey and it's a forever journey." Summary In this episode of the Check-in With Podcast, host Calvin Anderson speaks with Emma Davey, a trauma-informed counsellor and expert in narcissistic abuse and coercive control. Emma shares her insights on understanding coercive control, recognising its patterns, and the psychological impact it has on victims. She discusses the role of technology in modern abuse, the legal challenges victims face, and the importance of empowerment and education for survivors. Emma emphasises the need for societal change in how relationships are taught to young people, advocating for awareness of coercive control in all aspects of life. Takeaways Coercive control is insidious and not always visible. Victims often feel trapped due to fear and intimidation. Recognising early signs of coercive control is crucial. Narcissistic behavior can exist without coercive control. Trauma bonds create a cycle of dependency on the abuser. Technology can be used as a tool for surveillance and control. Legal systems need better education on coercive control. Empowerment is key for survivors to…

People in this episode

Host: Calvin Anderson

Guest: Emma Davey

Topics covered

• coercive control
• narcissistic abuse
• trauma
• psychological impact
• technology in abuse
• legal challenges
• empowerment
• education

Keywords

• coercive control
• narcissistic behavior
• trauma bonds
• surveillance
• healthy relationships

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Understanding Coercive Control: Insights, the Check-in With Podcast

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