When you hear "codependency," the first thing that comes to mind probably isn't a healthy relationship. It is, by Mental Health America's definition, "an emotional or behavioral condition that affects ...

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Many people find themselves repeating the same unhealthy relationship patterns—despite their best intentions. Consider codependency—when two people with dysfunctional personality traits become worse ...

Codependency prevents us from having healthy, balanced relationships where the needs of both people are recognized and met. A codependent relationship will leave you frustrated, exhausted, and ...

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Codependency can be damaging to a relationship, leading to feelings of suffocation and dissatisfaction, even in what could otherwise be a healthy partnership. If you find it difficult to create space ...

Q: I have been divorced twice and have been in my current relationship with my girlfriend for three years. All three of these relationships have been stressful, involving lots of drama. I can’t help ...

Codependency and abuse can be intertwined within relationships, making it difficult to distinguish between the two. While both can be damaging, they have distinct characteristics. If you’re ...