Codependency
A)is more commonly encountered in homes with an alcohol use disorder rather than a drug use disorder.
B)is more commonly encountered in homes with younger adults, such as those recently married.
C)is a construct that is useful for professionals who work with those struggling with substance use behaviors.
D)will be an accepted diagnostic category in the next edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.

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Codependency is a concept that is indeed useful for professionals working with individuals who have substance use issues. It helps in understanding the dynamics of relationships where one person's behavior is excessively influenced by another's substance use, leading to unhealthy patterns of care and enabling.