Understanding and Treating Codependence - Hardcover

Kitchens, James A.

 
9780139334825: Understanding and Treating Codependence

Synopsis

In this guide, an overall theory of co-dependence is offered as well as methods for understanding and therapeutically treating it in individuals, groups and families. The material is presented in terms of DSMIIIR classifications and co-dependence's status as a personality disorder is emphasized. The text does, nevertheless, expand co-dependence's context beyond a disorder usually associated with the alcoholic family, in order to establish a broader definition and to examine wider applications. Discussing both diagnosis and assessment, the author cites numerous case studies an offers concrete suggestions and practical, tried methods for effectively dealing with co-dependence. Goals are established for treatment and direction is given on how to achieve them.

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