The American Psychological Association (APA) defines codependency, in part, as “the state of being mutually reliant” and “a dysfunctional relationship pattern in which an individual is psychologically dependent on (or controlled by) a person who has a pathological condition (e.g., alcohol, gambling).  Codependency in a relationship is when each person…

We all know how important addiction treatment is in the process of someone getting sober and recovering from addiction to lead a normal life. Sometimes though, depending on the severity of the addiction and the symptoms, it takes more than just traditional treatment to do the job and ensure the…

Dealing with a friend or family member who is addicted to drugs is a very challenging situation. However, if you’ve never been addicted yourself, it can be difficult to understand and empathize with the situation and the struggles that go along with addiction. This is why it is hard for…