Codependency is a relational pattern — not a personality flaw. It typically develops in families affected by addiction, trauma, or chronic emotional dysfunction, where one person gradually takes on an excessive sense of responsibility for others’ feelings, choices, and wellbeing.
Over time, this leads to self-neglect, rigid control behaviors, and an inability to maintain healthy boundaries. The codependent person often tolerates abuse, minimizes their own suffering, and experiences chronic anxiety, stress-related illness, and emotional exhaustion.
Like addiction itself, codependency is a treatable condition. With professional support, individuals can rebuild their sense of self and learn to relate to others from a place of health rather than fear.
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