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Codependency has become a popular term but what does it mean? Does it make sense to use the word as indiscriminately as we do or is codependency really just being human? The term originated back in ...

You can’t change what happened to you, but you can change how you grow from it. Share on Pinterest All of us learned how to form attachments to friends, family, and loved ones growing up — but not all ...

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 ...

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 ...

I'm thrilled to feature this piece, the first of a two part series, from Leadership Journal's senior editor, Amy Simpson. Amy's work to elevate understanding of mental illness in the church is earning ...

The notion of having a “better half” is as problematic as it is widespread. Having a romantic partnership in which one person is responsible for the other’s ability to reach their full potential ...

If you’ve found yourself in a cycle of codependent relationships, rest assured that there is a way out. Learning how to overcome codependency will take some deep inner work, but with the help of ...

If you’ve ever been in a relationship, you’ll know that they often require walking a delicate line between meeting your partner’s needs while also advocating for your own. Finding this balance can be ...

Being codependent in your relationship is just toxic in nature. According to experts, the best kind of relationship dynamic you can have is interdependence. If you feel like you and your partner rely ...