Exploring Emotional Dependency in Romantic Relationships

Yıl 2025, Cilt: 12 Sayı: 1, 421 - 442

Şenol Deniz

Öz

Emotional Emotional dependency in romantic relationships is a significant psychological issue that diminishes relationship satisfaction and leads to power imbalances. It is typically associated with insecurity, anxiety, and a persistent need for validation. This article examines the psychological foundations of emotional dependency, its impact on relational dynamics, and therapeutic strategies aimed at mitigating its effects.Bowlby’s (1969) attachment theory underscores that emotional dependency originates from early caregiver relationships and is particularly prevalent among individuals with an anxious attachment style. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment-based therapy (ABT), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT) are explored in terms of their efficacy in restructuring maladaptive cognitive patterns and fostering emotional autonomy. Additionally, the role of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in enhancing emotional regulation and self-awareness is assessed.By highlighting the detrimental effects of emotional dependency on relationship satisfaction and communication, this study underscores the necessity of therapeutic interventions in promoting healthier relational dynamics. Future research should focus on evaluating the effectiveness of these approaches and their adaptability to diverse individual needs.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Emotional Dependency, Attachment Theory, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions

Romantik İlişkilerde Duygusal Bağımlılığı Keşfetmek

Öz

Romantik ilişkilerde duygusal bağımlılık, ilişki memnuniyetini azaltan ve güç dengesizliklerine yol açan önemli bir psikolojik sorundur. Bu durum, genellikle güvensizlik, kaygı ve sürekli onay ihtiyacı ile ilişkilidir. Makale, duygusal bağımlılığın psikolojik temellerini, ilişki dinamiklerine etkilerini ve bu sorunun azaltılmasına yönelik terapötik stratejileri incelemektedir. Bowlby’nin (1969) bağlanma teorisi, duygusal bağımlılığın erken dönem bakım veren ilişkilerinden kaynaklandığını ve özellikle kaygılı bağlanma stiline sahip bireylerde daha sık görüldüğünü vurgular. Bilişsel-davranışçı terapi (BDT), bağlanma temelli terapi (BTT) ve duygu odaklı terapi (DOT) gibi yaklaşımlar, olumsuz bilişsel kalıpları değiştirme ve duygusal özerklik geliştirme açısından ele alınmaktadır. Ayrıca, farkındalık temelli müdahalelerin (FTM’ler) bireylerin duygusal düzenleme ve öz farkındalık geliştirmesindeki rolü değerlendirilmektedir. Duygusal bağımlılığın ilişki memnuniyeti ve iletişim üzerindeki olumsuz etkilerine dikkat çeken çalışma, daha sağlıklı ilişkiler için terapötik müdahalelerin önemini vurgulamaktadır. Gelecek araştırmaların, bu yöntemlerin etkinliğini ve farklı bireysel ihtiyaçlara uygunluğunu incelemesi önerilmektedir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Duygusal Bağımlılık, Bağlanma Teorisi, Bilişsel-Davranışçı Terapi, Duygu Odaklı Terapi, Mindfulness Temelli Müdahaleler

Etik Beyan

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