How Chronic Codependency Changes A Person
- By
Julia Austin
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From childhood to adulthood
So, how do the dynamics Francis described of one’s childhood evolve into codependent romantic relationships? Francis states, “Early codependent dynamics build a foundation for continuing to over-function in future relationships. When our behaviors are rewarded (through praise for being ‘responsible,’ getting loving attention, not being abandoned, etc.) it reinforces us to continue the behavior.”
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