1. How Family Members With Codependence Respond to Addiction.

2. Codependency is a problem in which a person neglects himself or herself to care for, control, or try to “fix” someone else. Family member Close friend

3. A codependent is a person who wants to rescue or control the person with addictive behavior and who is controlled by the drugs user’s addictive behavior. Playing one of the following roles: Chief Enabler Scapegoat Family Hero Mascot Lost Child

4. Chief Enabler A person who supports the harmful behavior of others is called an enabler. Family member who tries to “smooth over” the problems cause by the addict. Usually the spouse or the parent of the addict.

5. Scapegoat The person who is blamed as the cause of problems in the family is called the scapegoat. Blaming takes the attention away from the addict. Labeled as not being able to do anything right. Become rebellious and may use substances also. They have very little self-respect and feel resentment toward family members.

6. Family Hero The family member who tries to do everything right. Family members know they can count on this person. Often is the oldest child. They believe that if they responsible that the addict will stop using drugs.

7. Mascot The family member who relieves tension by acting in a funny or entertaining way. Usually one of the younger children. Mascot has a hard time growing out of this role and acting like an adult. Often feels lonely, insecure, and inadequate.

8. Lost Child The family member who helps the family maintain balance by not caused problems. This individual requires little attention in the family and often withdraws from others and is shy or quiet.