Many movies, like "A Star is Born," present codependent relationships as romantic ideals. (Warner Bros.) When people are in unhealthy or unbalanced relationships, we often use a term to describe them: ...

The term "codependency" was all the hype on Instagram in 2019, kind of like how the concept of "gaslighting" was huge in 2020 and "boundaries" made a splash in 2021. It’s tempting to hear these terms ...

Codependency is a trait rather than a personality disorder. It describes an unhealthy relationship in which one partner relies heavily on another to bolster their self-worth. It can affect people with ...

Relationships fundamentally build on mutual support, love, and understanding. However, sometimes the boundaries between healthy care and codependency blur, leading to dynamics where one partner relies ...

Most codependent parents form an unhealthy attachment to the child, expecting (and in some ways demanding) a sense of devotion and love from their children that is harmful and destructive. This ...

In recent years, we’ve seen a surge in mental health awareness in the Black community. Actress and author Taraji P. Henson opened up about her struggles with anxiety and depression, and she is just ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. We all know that one couple who seems to do everything together. They share an ...

A codependent parent may be overly controlling, feel an excessive sense of responsibility for their child, and have an intense need for approval. Childhood experiences within a dysfunctional family ...

Codependency often operates as an invisible force undermining otherwise promising relationships, creating feelings of suffocation and preventing personal growth for both partners. When individuals ...