Publisher's Synopsis
For every chemical dependent there are as many as ten "co-dependents", family members, friends, co-workers who enable or even unwittingly encourage the abuser to continue in his self-destructive ways. Counsellors and therapists across the land are becoming aware of the tremendous psychological fallout experienced by a chemical dependent's family and friends. Dr. Timmen Cermak, a professional in the field and himself the son of a chemically abusive father, helps fellow professionals identify and deal with co-dependents and their problems.
