Psychologist Dr. Dawn Hughes Talks About 'Trauma Bond' in Diddy Trial

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Psychologist Dr. Dawn Hughes Talks About 'Trauma Bond' in Diddy Trial

Psychologist Dr. Dawn Hughes takes the stand in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial and discusses ‘trauma bond,’ which can make a victim unwilling to leave a relationship. Dr. Hughes was speaking in generalities, not specifically about Cassie Ventura. (5/21/25)