Kate and Michelle are joined by special guest Sarah Kardelen to talk about coercive control in romantic relationships. Coercive control is a specific type of intimate partner violence defined as "a pattern of controlling behaviors that create an unequal power dynamic in a relationship." Sarah and Kate share their stories followed by Sarah, Kate and Michelle sharing guidance and resources on what you can do next if you are experiencing coercive control in your relationship.
TRIGGER WARNING: The topic of this episode may be triggering as a whole to many. Specific details of abuse are discussed throughout Sarah and Kate's personal stories. Sarah shares from 7:04-42:47 and Kate shares from 47:47-1:04:22.
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