Being codependent is hardly the same thing as simply being dependent. And in some ways, it’s crucial that these two types of dependency be recognized as distinct (as too often hasn’t been the case).

As children become young adults, it's critical that they learn how to be self-sufficient. Breaking free from generational codependency is never easy. Psychotherapist Dr. Sharon Martin, who specializes ...

Codependency and abuse can be intertwined within relationships, making it difficult to distinguish between the two. While both can be damaging, they have distinct characteristics. If you’re ...

I bring over three decades of work with individuals and couples. If you'd like to improve communication skills, rekindle romance and true caring for each other, learn to problem solve as a team, and ...

For years, I thought I was just being loving and supportive, but beneath those good intentions were habits softly feeding my codependency.

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 ...