Codependency

Codependency is considered a state of emotionally unbreakable, excessive preoccupation, socially or physically characterized by dependency on a an alcoholic or a drug user. Just like drug abuse and alcoholism, codependency needs to be acknowledged by the codependent person and only then can it be treated. To put it simply, a codependent person is somebody who allows the tendencies of the addicted family member to influence them. Codependent people are also people who are obsessed over the fact their family member’s life is under their control. This is a very serious condition, the patients need to work hard on their codependency.