Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself

How does codependency develop according to Beattie? What role do family dynamics and childhood experiences play?

Beattie emphasizes the importance of detachment in overcoming codependency. What does healthy detachment look like and why is it crucial?

What is the difference between caretaking and true caring in Beattie’s view? Why is this distinction important for codependents to understand?