Codependency from the point of view of the internal family systems theory
The article reveals the theoretical foundations of the view of codependency as the interaction of certain internal parts of the personality. The main provisions of approaches considering the idea of the multiplicity of the psyche and conflicts between contradictory aspects of personality are outlined. The theory of internal family systems by Richard K. Schwartz is considered more closely. The article provides an overview of the main characteristics of the concept of "codependency" in modern scientific literature, as well as a review of practical studies aimed at identifying the characteristic emotional and behavioral patterns of a codependent subject. Because many authors consider codependent behavior as a set of certain roles with feelings characteristic of each role, and based on the theory of internal family systems by R. Schwartz, some aspects (parts) of the personality of a codependent subject are highlighted. Examples of the use of the concept of personality parts in the therapy of dependent and codependent patients are given. The importance of further study of the problem of codependency from the point of view of the internal parts of the personality is shown and justified. The results obtained can be used in building a work plan in the therapy of a codependent subject, as well as for educating codependents and facilitating their understanding of their inner world in all its diversity.