Publisher's 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.
