Another reason mental health professionals are uncomfortable with the concept of codependency is that it
A) disempowers the individual.
B) causes stigma for the spouse and community.
C) overlooks the sacrifices that the "codependent" spouse has made over the years.
D) places focus on the dysfunctional spouse and not the non-dysfunctional spouse.

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The concept of codependency can disempower individuals by labeling them in a way that suggests they are inherently flawed or dependent, rather than recognizing their capacity for change and growth.

Another Reason Mental Health Professionals Are Uncomfortable with the Concept