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A codependent variable, often referred to in the context of codependency in relationships, is a variable that relies on or is influenced by another variable, typically in a way that creates a dependent relationship. In psychology, this can manifest in relationships where one person’s behaviors and emotions are heavily influenced by another’s, often leading to unhealthy dynamics. In research and statistics, it can refer to variables that are interrelated, where the change in one variable may affect the other.

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