In a codependent relationship, one partner does much of the emotional carrying of the relationship and is more prone to losing themself, while the other avoids taking more responsibility for the emotional work of the relationship. In healthy relationships, these partners are able to communicate, com...
Lindsay Dodgson
Breaking out of old patterns can be difficult, so some people turn to a mental health professional for help. A trained therapist can assist you in identifying unhealthy relationship patterns, exploring possible root causes, and building the skills that may allow you to make different choices. Ther...
Contrary to what you might think, not all codependents are caretakers or are even in a relationship. Codependents have all different personalities, and symptoms vary in type and severity among them. There are codependents who seek closeness, while others avoid it. Some are addicts, bullies, ...
And if you’re not currently navigating codependency? Well, knowing the signs and symptoms of a codependent relationship can help you avoid one altogether—or identify it if or when the urge to merge has become too great. Okay, so what does it mean to be codependent? (Asking for a ...
It can be easy to fall into a codependent relationship without even realizing it. Here are ten psychologist-cited signs you're in a codependent relationship.
Lindsay Dodgson