[Co-dependency and addictions in close relationships. Theoretical review].
The study examines from several perspectives the problem of co-dependency which is closely connected to the addictions. Is co-dependency more likely a relationship dysfunctionality or a disposition existing from the outset? At the beginning, the article raises similar questions around the phenomenon of co-dependency followed by a summary of different views related to varying definitions reflecting diverse approaches as well as to the historical aspects thereof. Further, the study presents diagnostic descriptions and bringing out their common points arrives at etiological analyses (psychodynamic, behaviouristic, contextual, gender-specific, sociological, cultural aspects) and at a dynamic analysis of relationships. Finally, possible treatment techniques are discussed. The theoretical review aims at ensuring an integrative understanding of this complex phenomenon.
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ELTE Pszichológiai Doktori Iskola, Budapest, Hungary. kozma.niki@memolux.hu
D016739:Behavior, Addictive / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy; D017004:Codependency, Psychological; D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods; D012737:Sex Factors; D012747:Sexual Partners / Q000523:psychology; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000150:complications