Another term for codependency is:
A.
Enabling.
B.
Dual diagnosis.
C.
Rationalization.
D.
Identification with the alcoholic.
ANS: A
Enabling is another term for codependency. Dual diagnosis is a co-occurring psychiatric disorder. Responses C and D are defense mechanisms.
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