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Codependent

usgb/ˌkəʊdɪˈpendənt/Volume
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Emotional DependencyPlay
The term implies a weakness or an unhealthy attachment in personal relationships. SlideAfter therapy, she realized her constant need to please others was a sign of being codependent.
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Often used to describe romantic or familial relationships where one person supports another's poor habits. SlideTheir codependent friendship involved covering for each other's shortcomings.
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Highlights an excessive psychological reliance on someone else, hinting at an imbalance in support. SlideHe was codependent on his peers, requiring their approval to make decisions.
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