Symptoms of codependency, such as denial, dependency, lack of boundaries, and dysfunctional communication, contribute to anger. Because of dependency, codependents attempt to control others in order to feel better, rather than to initiate effective action.
What are the signs of a codependent person?
Signs of codependency include:
- Difficulty making decisions in a relationship.
- Difficulty identifying your feelings.
- Difficulty communicating in a relationship.
- Valuing the approval of others more than valuing yourself.
- Lacking trust in yourself and having poor self-esteem.
What are the negative effects of codependency?
Codependency generally results in the individual working so hard to care for the addicted loved one that the codependent individual's needs are neglected, which can also result in poor health, low self-esteem, depression, and other mental and physical consequences.
