Citation

Scantamburlo G, Pitchot W, Ansseau M. Rev. Med. Liege 2013; 68(5-6): 340-347.

Vernacular Title

La dépendance affective.

Affiliation

Universite de Liege, Chef de Clinique, Liege. Gabrielle.Scantamburlo@ulg.ac.be

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Hopital De Baviere)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

23888587

Abstract

Affective dependency is characterized by emotional distress (insecure attachment) and dependency to another person with a low self-esteem and reassurance need. The paper proposes a reflection on the definition of emotional dependency and the confusion caused by various denominations. Overprotective and authoritarian parenting, cultural and socio-environmental factors may contribute to the development of dependent personality. Psychological epigenetic factors, such as early socio-emotional trauma could imprint on neuronal circuits in prefronto-limbic regions that are essential for emotional behaviour.

We also focus on the interrelations between dependent personality, domestic violence and addictions. The objective for the clinician is to propose a restoration of self-esteem and therapeutic strategies focused on autonomy.

Language: fr