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You may have heard about codependency and how it can affect relationships, but what exactly causes a person to become codependent? Are people born with these behaviors, or are they something that develops over time? We’re here to answer all of your questions about where codependency can originate from, what it looks like, and how you can overcome codependency if you think it’s affecting your life. We’ll also be sure to give you valuable advice about how to help someone in your life who may be codependent. Whether you’re experiencing codependency directly or simply curious about what it is, we’re here to help.
Things You Should Know
- Codependency is a type of behavior where one person persistently prioritizes someone else’s needs, often by neglecting their own wants and needs.
- People often become codependent due to dysfunctional family dynamics, abuse, or from having an anxious attachment style.
- Someone who is codependent will often have low self-esteem, easily comply with other people’s wishes, or be controlling of someone else’s thoughts and behaviors.
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