codependency
/ˌkoʊdɪˈpɛndənsi/
noun
- A psychological condition in which a person is emotionally or behaviorally dependent on another person, often in a relationship where one person has an addiction or illness.
- The support group helps people break free from codependency and build self-esteem.
- Codependency often involves neglecting your own needs to take care of someone else.
- She attended therapy to understand her codependency and learn healthier relationship patterns.