Drew Linsalata

The Anxious Truth - A Panic, Anxiety, and Mental Health Podcast

Drew Linsalata

  • EP 0097 - Anxiety and Abusive/Controlling Relationships (w/Long Island Against Domestic Violence)

EP 0097 - Anxiety and Abusive/Controlling Relationships (w/Long Island Against Domestic Violence)

Wednesday 26th February 2020

Drew Linsalata discusses the link between anxiety disorders and abusive relationships with experts from Long Island Against Domestic Violence.
30 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Supportive
Hopeful

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The Anxious Truth - A Panic, Anxiety, and Mental Health Podcast
Author:
Drew Linsalata
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Anxiety and Abuse: Insights from Long Island Against Domestic Violence

If someone is causing you to feel anxious, that's real and you need to look at that. But in any abusive relationship, the abuser is going to use their insecurity against them.
Abusive relationships are tough enough to navigate, but when you add anxiety disorders into the mix, things can get even more complicated. In this episode of 'The Anxious Truth', host Drew Linsalata sits down with Colleen Merlo and Wendy Linsalata from Long Island Against Domestic Violence to tackle this challenging topic head-on. Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience an abusive relationship at some point in their lives?
It's a startling statistic that becomes even more concerning within the anxiety community. Drew's experience suggests that anxiety sufferers might be more vulnerable to such relationships. Colleen and Wendy share their expertise on recognizing emotional abuse and manipulation, offering practical advice on how to leave these harmful situations. They also touch on the unique hurdles faced by men and same-sex couples in abusive relationships.
If you or someone you know is dealing with abuse, this episode provides valuable insights and resources to help you find support and safety. Tune in for a compassionate and eye-opening discussion that aims to shed light on these often-hidden issues.