codependent
The origin and history of codependent.
Etymology
Formed from the prefix co- 'together' plus dependent; the term arose in addiction treatment to describe the partner of a dependent person.
The origin and history of codependent.
Formed from the prefix co- 'together' plus dependent; the term arose in addiction treatment to describe the partner of a dependent person.
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