Written by Candace Andrews, LADC Codependency is many things. It is a dependency on people – on their moods, behaviors, sickness or wellbeing and their love. It is a paradoxical dependency. Codependents appear to be depended upon, but they are dependent. They look strong but feel helpless, appear controlling but in reality are controlled themselves, sometimes by an illness such as alcoholism. These are the issues that dictate recovery. Major characteristics of codependents are exhibited … [Read more...]

