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What is codependency?

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Created 04/23/2015 - 17:45

Tonight on #HERchat we explored the topic of codependecy. Do you know what it is? Do you know why some people are codependent?

View the story "What is codependency? " on StorifyWhat is codependency? Tonight on #HERchat we explored the topic of codependecy. Do you know what it is? Do you know why some people are codependent? Share with us using the hashtag #HERchat.Storified by #HERchat· Fri, Apr 24 2015 00:43:01 A1: My definition: An addiction to fixing people. Impacts everyone they come into contact w/. #herchatThe Focus On YouA1. Codependency describes a dysfunctional relationship where one partner is essentially "addicted" to another. #HERchatMelody WildingA1. Codependency doesnt discriminate. It can affect any gender, age. You can be codependent on a child, co-worker, spouse #HERchatMelody WildingA1. Codependents lack a healthy sense of self worth. They put others needs first. Their lives revolve around other people's needs. #HERchatMelody WildingA1: An emotional and behavioral condition affecting a person's ability to have a healthy relationship #HERchat @EmpowHERHilton Head HealthShare your definition of codependency with us below!

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