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Jun 07, 2013, 12:15 AM
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I am and apparently have been co-dependant for a long time. But where does this fit in? What type of disorder or whatever is being co-dependant? 
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 anneo59, optimize990h
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Jun 07, 2013, 02:27 AM
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Depends. There is a dependent personality disorder. Then there are things about co-dependents that don't fall into the DSM. Some co-deps struggle with being Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Family of Origins. Some can be People-pleasers, some can suffer with Depression or anxiety.
Have you read up on any of the co-dep literature? Checked out CODA? |
| anneo59, shezbut
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Jun 09, 2013, 10:10 PM
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Yes, I agree I would check in the dependent personality disorder just in case there is a member like you SpiritOfAStorm looking for support. Also the relationship and communication, there may be members who have posted due to co dependency issues as healingme4me points out, there are many overlapping layers that made be involved. But I believe there members in the same situation as you, SpiritOfAStorm.
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| anneo59
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Jun 10, 2013, 12:31 AM
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You may want to go to this link and fill out the Q's for a more detailed idea of the problems you may be struggling with.
The Sanity Score - Test Your Mental Wellness It isn't meant to diagnose disorders, but rather to point out trends that it sees in your answers to Q's. Then, you're encouraged to seek the help of a professional with Q's regarding the test. You may want to give it a try.
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| anneo59
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#5
Jun 13, 2013, 12:49 AM
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I have been worried that I have a codependent personality for quite some time. I feel the need to "fix" others and their situations while ignoring my own problems. Is this something you deal with?
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| anneo59, Anonymous53876
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Jun 14, 2013, 04:58 AM
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I've heard of a book called Co-Dependent No More. I think I have the title correct. I do know books exist on the subject, and I believe you'd find some help there.
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| healingme4me
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| anneo59
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#7
Jun 14, 2013, 07:21 AM
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Quote:
I have this insane idea that my (now ex) wife and daughter MUST be happy and cannot get upset unless its something I think is valid....how horrible of me! And isn't it much easier to fix them anyway? LOL I know its not funny, but you know what i am getting at. I have found that what I detest most in others is what I detest most about ME! Problems?!? ME?! Oh I have ignored my own issues for so long now....but no more! I have found that my base line need is emotional...its an addiction...I search for acceptance and somehow think by fixing others THIS will surely gain me acceptance! I am now doing the 12/12 because of input and inspiration of my dearest cousin. |
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