When we hear about allegations of abuse—especially ones that span decades, power structures, and fame—the most common question is: Why didn’t they just leave?But maybe the real question is: What made them stay?On this episode of Miss Understood with Rachel Uchitel, we unpack the psychological chains that keep victims tethered to their abusers—through the lens of the ongoing investigation into Sean “Diddy” Combs. While headlines focus on lawsuits and surveillance footage, what often gets lost is the reality of trauma bonding, coercive control, and the emotional captivity that survivors endure.Joining Rachel is Dr. Nadine Macaluso—aka Dr. Nae—a licensed marriage and family therapist who doesn’t just study this dynamic, she’s lived it. As the ex-wife of Jordan Belfort (yes, the real Wolf of Wall Street), Dr. Nae offers both clinical expertise and raw personal insight into surviving narcissistic abuse and psychological manipulation.In this episode, we explore: • What trauma bonding really is—and how it keeps victims stuck • Why so many in Diddy’s orbit may have stayed silent for decades • The warning signs of narcissistic abuse and emotional grooming • Dr. Nae’s journey from survivor to therapist and advocate • How to reclaim your power—and break the cycle of shame and silenceThis conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt confused, manipulated, or stuck in a relationship that didn’t feel right. Because trauma bonding doesn’t happen to the weak—it happens to the hopeful.Let’s get into it.Follow Dr. Nae: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/therealdrnadine/" rel="nofollow">@therealdrnadine</a>Subscribe, rate, and share Miss Understood with Rachel Uchitel — the podcast where the truth behind the headlines always comes out.🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw13NrSKD-nD_8E0vBHt5hA" rel="nofollow">Miss Understood YouTube Channel</a> 🛍️ Shop Miss Understood Merch: <a href="https://mumerch.com/" rel="nofollow">mumerch.com</a>👉 Follow Rachel: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">@racheluchitelnyc</a> TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel" rel="nofollow">@itsracheluchitel</a>📧 For media requests or show ideas: ru@missumedia.com Executive Producer: George Carmona

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