Relationships and Family Dynamics

Codependency

Information & Characteristics:

  • Codependency involves an excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner, typically one who requires support due to illness or addiction. It is often characterized by a pattern of prioritizing others' needs over one's own.

  • Common symptoms include low self-esteem, difficulty making decisions independently, and a tendency to stay in harmful relationships.

Definitions:

  • Codependency: A behavioral condition in a relationship where one person enables another’s addiction, poor mental health, immaturity, irresponsibility, or underachievement.

Family Conflict

Information & Characteristics:

  • Family conflicts can arise from miscommunication, differing values or expectations, and unresolved issues. These conflicts can severely impact family functioning and individual well-being.

  • Symptoms include frequent arguments, emotional distance, and persistent tension.

Definitions:

  • Family Conflict: Disagreements and discord among family members that disrupt harmony and functioning within the family unit.

Infidelity

Information & Characteristics:

  • Infidelity involves breach of trust through unfaithfulness in a committed relationship. It can lead to significant emotional distress and relationship issues.

  • Symptoms for affected partners include anger, hurt, mistrust, and anxiety.

Definitions:

  • Infidelity: The action or state of being unfaithful to a spouse or other sexual partner.

High Conflict Divorce

Information & Characteristics:

  • High conflict divorces are characterized by intense, ongoing disputes between partners, often involving legal battles and impacting mental and emotional health.

  • Symptoms may include stress, depression, anxiety, and negative impacts on children involved.

Definitions:

  • High Conflict Divorce: A divorce process marked by extreme discord and acrimony between parties, often prolonging the resolution and escalating legal and emotional complications.

Relationship Issues

Information & Characteristics:

  • Relationship issues can encompass a variety of problems, including communication breakdowns, trust issues, unmet needs, and differing life goals.

  • Symptoms may involve frequent arguments, emotional disconnection, and dissatisfaction.

Definitions:

  • Relationship Issues: Challenges or problems between individuals in a personal relationship, which can impact emotional and psychological well-being.