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Relationship Crisis – The Psychologist’s Advice
Human relationships are complicated, and we often encounter situations that are difficult to interpret. Especially in romantic relationships, where we step into another person’s life with the expectation of love and intimacy, the reality may take a different direction. Mutual respect and the expression of love are extremely important, as they are the cornerstones of a healthy partnership. However, if a partner’s behavior, emotional support, or attentiveness does not meet expectations, the relationship can become a tense situation. It can be particularly challenging if a partner is unwilling to change their behavior, and we find this unacceptable. In such situations, it is important to be aware of our own feelings…
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When can we consider relationship and codependency a problem?
The phenomenon of relationship dependency has increasingly become the focus of attention in recent decades. This dependency not only signifies a deep emotional attachment to another person but rather an excessive and unreasonable clinginess. A relationship-dependent individual tends to define themselves as part of the relationship, thereby losing their independent identity. This phenomenon can lead to various problems, including domestic violence, conflicts with family members, and distortions in parent-child relationships. Relationship dependency is often associated with personality traits such as manipulativeness, self-sacrifice, and a desire to possess the other person. The dependent individual often distances themselves from friends and hobbies, creating a vacuum around them. Family members also suffer from…
