Codependency

Question 1

Definition of family

Answer 1

Basic unit of structure within social organizations with well-entrenched interaction patterns

Structure through which children learn values, attitudes, and norms

Question 2

Functional family

Answer 2

Strong structure
Clear roles
Open to communication patterns
Support differentiation of self
Adapt to change

Question 3

Codependency

Answer 3

Letting another person’s behavior affect them and is obsessed with controlling that person’s behavior

• Think and feel responsible for others
• Overcommit themselves
• Say yes when they mean no
• Feel guilty
• Feel unappreciated
• Fear rejection

Can be a result of dysfunctional family/chaotic environment`

Question 4

Long-term consequences of codependency

Answer 4

Depression
Withdraw and isolation
Neglect responsibilities
Develop behavioral health and physical health problems
Eating disorders
Substance use
Suicide
Violence

Sense of control and outlet for unhealthy/uncomfortable emotions = re-process in an unhealthy way