A round table was held in Kovrov on providing assistance to people facing the problem of codependencytranslated

A round table was held in the city of Kovrov dedicated to preparing a group of psychologists to help people facing the problem of codependency. The event was attended by the rector of one of the churches in the city, Priest John Kozlov.

During the meeting, participants discussed the main approaches to providing psychological, spiritual and moral support, methods for identifying crisis conditions, as well as ways to build a trusting dialogue with people who find themselves in difficult life situations.

Particular attention was paid to the issues of interaction between professional psychologists and representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church in organizing comprehensive assistance to people whose loved ones suffer from various forms of addiction.

Codependency is often referred to as the behavioral and emotional state of a person that arises in a relationship with a dependent loved one. They can manifest themselves in overprotectiveness, constant attempts to control another person, neglect of one's own needs, feelings of guilt, anxiety and emotional exhaustion.

The round table participants noted the importance of an integrated approach to solving such problems. Professional psychological help allows a person to learn...