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What is a codependent relationship: signs and what’s wrong with it
08.05.2024 01:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:26
Codependent relationships are quite common.
In this article, we will tell you what it is and why it is harmful.
Signs of codependency in a romantic relationship
A codependent person is characterized by particular perfectionism and fear of failure.
In addition, such people are sensitive to criticism.
Also in codependent relationships, there is often a denial of personal problems and excessive attention to the needs of others.
In a codependent relationship, the person’s personality, interests, needs and personal boundaries seem to be erased.
What are the dangers of codependent relationships
Codependent relationships harm the object of selfless “rescue” and aggravate addictive behavior. Codependency is often associated with feelings of guilt and shame.
Relatives of addicts often blame themselves for the current situation.
A codependent person often manipulates loved ones through reproaches and other methods.
Codependency first generates mutual negative experiences.
Often these relationships lead us to put the needs and desires of others above our own, even when doing so is detrimental to our own lives.
Therefore, unlike codependency, love is an equal and mutual relationship based on respect and trust.
The danger is that a person loses himself, his personality and his interests.
Over time, this can be detrimental to mental health.
We previously talked about the reasons why relationships can be difficult.
