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A "codependent" is loosely defined as someone who exhibits too much, and often inappropriate, caring for persons who depend on him or her.

An "enabler" family member or significant person in an alcoholic's or drug addict's life that contributes to the afflicted person's continued use and abuse of the substance.

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A codependent also partakes in the unhealthy or unsafe activity; an enabler just stands by and does nothing to prevent the self-destruction of another.

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