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True or False. You can change your codependency patterns?
True.
Your new romantic partner gets angry when you talk to your family. Is this healthy or unhealthy? Why?
Unhealthy, they maybe trying to control or possibly isolate you
What are some characteristics of a healthy relationship?
Both people benefit and feel comfortable. Everyone is safe and honest. Boundaries are honored.
True or False: If my partner pushes me or I push my partner can I be arrested?
False
Does abuse always have to be physical
No
What is codependency?
Codependency refers to a mental, emotional, physical, and/or spiritual over-reliance on a partner, friend, or family member.
Your partner/friend encourages you to pursue your dreams. What type of relationship is this? Healthy or unhealthy? Why?
Healthy because your friend/partner supports you and encourages you
True or False: In healthy relationships, compromise and conflict resolution are important. Why or why not?
True.
True or False: f you are codependent, you might feel like self-care is selfish. Why or why not?
True.
What is a way to increase your desire, motivation and drive towards achieving your dreams?
Set goals, attend therapy, have healthy habits, speak kindly to yourself. Engage in activities/hobbies that reward and energize you.
Codependency is often a response to what ..
trauma
Can you name at least four different types of abuse?
Mental/emotional, financial, sexual, cyber, physical, verbal
Healthy relationships tend to use which type of communication? Aggressive, passive, or assertive?
Assertive. Now give an example of an assertive statement.
When you ______ I feel____.
You can always tell when your in an unhealthy relationship, especially early on.
False. Sometimes it's really hard to tell.
Do codependent people always know how to respect boundaries?
Not usually, no.
What are some signs of codependency?
feels overly responsible
has trouble setting boundaries
focuses more on others instead of themselves
can't say no without feeling guilty
thinks it's their job to save other people
struggles with low self-esteem.
True or False: You’re never responsible for someone else’s behavior.
True. You are only responsible for your own words and actions.
What are some characteristics of an unhealthy relationship?
Dependency, Jealousy, Control, selfishness, abuse, dishonesty, name calling
If you constantly adjust your own priorities and preferences to serve someone else, is this codependent?
Yes.
Codependency is an unhealthy focus on what?
Other people's problems, behaviors, feelings, approval, etc.
How can you help a friend that is being abused in a relationship?
Believe their story, listen if they need someone to talk to, urge them to speak to a counselor and point them to resources.
True or False: Often codependent people feel like they "need to be needed."
True
List 3 reasons someone would stay in an unhealthy/codependent relationship:
What are some traits of abusers?