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In psychology, codependency is a theory that attempts to explain imbalanced relationships where one person enables another person's self-destructive behavior, [1] such as addiction, poor mental health, immaturity, irresponsibility, or under-achievement.
In a codependent relationship, “we feel like we can’t stand on our own two feet,” says Lauren Cook, a clinical psychologist and author of Generation Anxiety. “It’s a magnetic pull. The ...
The apparently independent behavior of the counterdependent can act as a powerful lure for the co-dependent [14] – though once a couple has formed the two partners – codependent / counterdependent – are sometimes found to switch roles. [15] [full citation needed]
Some codependent behavior is well-meaning, but it can still cause many problems in relationships. Here, therapists tell 15 signs of a codependent relationship.
The Spann–Fischer Codependency Scale is a 16-item self-report instrument that has been proposed as a measure of co-dependency.The scale is based upon a definition of codependency as "a dysfunctional pattern of relating to others with an extreme focus outside of oneself, lack of expression of feelings, and personal meaning derived from relationships with others."
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a twelve-step program for people who share a common desire to develop functional and healthy relationships. [1] [2] [3] Co-Dependents Anonymous was founded by Ken and Mary Richardson and the first CoDA meeting attended by 30 people was held October 22, 1986 in Phoenix, Arizona.
A classic example is a codependent romantic relationship, says Teahan, often where the difficult partner is a narcissist or has a substance abuse problem, for example.
Codependency often involves placing a lower priority on one's own needs, while being excessively preoccupied with the needs of others. Codependency can occur in any type of relationship, including family, work, friendship, and also romantic, peer or community relationships.