Abstract
The article reviews the issue of codependency and its impact on the duration of the remission for people suffering from alcohol and drug abuse or gambling. Addicts interact with their close relatives on a regular basis involving them into psychological games and bringing up codependency. The only period when codependency is not activated is the rehabilitation period. On average, rehabilitation lasts 4-6 months and this is absolutely insufficient for complete treatment of addiction, not to mention codependency. In such a case, if people don’t get qualified support the collapse of several lives will take place simultaneously. Addiction and codependency are closely linked and due to this reason are studied and treated jointly. The research we have conducted identifies certain consistent patterns in the impact of codependent relationship on recovery of addicts. Based on the practical work at the rehabilitation center, the research results and the literature analysis, we have developed the most efficient methods for treatment of codependent people. The methods can be used in rehabilitation centers and beyond. The integrated approach to treatment of both addicts and codependent relatives allows us assuming the minimization of relapses amongst those who complete the rehabilitation programs and improvement of their living standards.