A Codependent's Difficulty Maintaining Appropriate Boundaries for Him/herself Is Often

question 20

Multiple Choice

A codependent's difficulty maintaining appropriate boundaries for him/herself is often described as

• A) enmeshment.
• B) fusion.
• C) overt protection.
• D) denial.

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Definitions:

Sigmund Freud

An Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Aggression

The intentional infliction of physical or psychological harm on others.

Prosocial Behavior

Behavior that benefits others, such as helping, cooperation, and sympathy.

Altruism

Unselfish acts or behavior by which an individual or group benefits others at their own expense, without expectation of reward or recognition.