dependent relationships
[/dɪˈpɛndənt rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪps/]
nounpl: dependent relationships
relacionamentos de dependência
1. Interpersonal connections characterized by an excessive reliance of one person on another for emotional support, decision-making, or self-worth
She recognized the pattern of dependent relationships in her life and decided to seek therapy.
Ela reconheceu o padrão de relacionamentos de dependência em sua vida e decidiu procurar terapia.
2. Social or professional connections where one party relies heavily on another for resources, validation, or survival
The organization worked to break cycles of dependent relationships within the community.
A organização trabalhou para quebrar ciclos de relacionamentos de dependência dentro da comunidade.
3. Family dynamics where adult children maintain unhealthy reliance on parents for financial or emotional needs
Dependent relationships between adult siblings and aging parents required careful navigation.
Relacionamentos de dependência entre irmãos adultos e pais idosos exigiam navegação cuidadosa.
In Brazil, discussions of dependent relationships are increasingly common in mental health discourse and family therapy. American culture frequently addresses this topic in self-help and psychology contexts, with particular emphasis on breaking codependent patterns. Both cultures recognize dependent relationships as psychologically unhealthy and requiring intervention through therapy or counseling.
NYC Slang
needy relationships; toxic connection; clingy situation
Related Idioms & Phrases
to break free from dependent relationships
caught in a cycle of dependence
enabling dependent behavior
unhealthy attachment patterns
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