Breakups are rarely a clean break. Even when a relationship has soured, the emotional attachment and the uncertain future can make moving on a daunting task. But for those struggling with codependency ...

If you struggle with codependency, wonder if you’re codependent, or just have questions about codependency, this introductory post will give you an overview: What codependency is, where it comes from, ...

Most of us dream of finding the person we want to spend life with. Sadly, it's not that easy. Healthy relationships are rooted in the idea that the partnership is "mutually beneficial," as Psychology ...

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 ...

One of the best things about being in a relationship is feeling comfortable and safe with your partner. In new relationships, the honeymoon phase constantly feels fresh and exciting. And in more ...

You may be familiar with the idea of codependency from the world of alcohol and chemical misuse. In fact, that’s where the term “codependency” was born. Today, though, the term has broadened to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. We all know that one couple who seems to do everything together. They share an ...

A codependent parent may be overly controlling, feel an excessive sense of responsibility for their child, and have an intense need for approval. Childhood experiences within a dysfunctional family ...

It’s independence that artists like Kelly Clarkson, Destiny’s Child, and Ne-Yo waxed poetic about—not codependence. While only two little letters separate the words phonetically, in practice the two ...