When we hear the term “addiction,” we usually think of alcoholism or drugs. Yet these are only two of many addictions that we may use to hide our feelings. Alcoholism is one of the most common addictions, in part because it is legal, widely used, and readily available. We can also become addicted to a […]

For many people, the term “codependency” means negative behaviors like caretaking and enabling. These excessive attempts to take responsibility for and control others are common codependent patterns. Codependency can also be disguised with what initially seems to be positive behavior. Albert, for example, enjoyed sports and was pushed at a young age to participate in […]