Conceptualizing Codependency
Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper describing the effectiveness of various models. Include the following:
Compare the different perspectives taken on codependence, as discussed in The codependence concept and the status quo and Concept of codependency: Blaming the victim or pathway to recovery? Include the following:
CODA's patterns and characteristics of codependency
Chmielewska's interpersonal dependency model
The Serene Center's typical codependent traits
Given what you are learning about addiction and codependency, which models do you feel are most effective for helping families and why?
How are these models synergistic, or how do they take competing views.
What are the consequences of uncontrolled addition?
How is addition recovery affected by an all-inclusive view of codependency?