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codependency
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codependency [ko″dĕ-pen´den-se]
a condition in which one person supports, either overtly or inadvertently, the addictive behavior of another.


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You can build a support system through church, participation in community organizations, or by attending ongoing support groups for women, men, anxiety sufferers, codependents, addicts, abuse survivors, etc.
With that, it's a great time to check out a program such as Al-Anon or Nar-Anon, Codependents Anonymous, Co-Sex Addicts Anonymous, Adult Children of Alcoholics or others.
The abuser's partner should also seek help for their codependent behavior at Codependents Anonymous.
 
 
 
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