Dependency and passivity: You can have one without the other
Tuesday, May 3, 2011 - 17:30
in Psychology & Sociology
Think of a dependent person, and you think of someone who's needy, high-maintenance, and passive. That's how many psychologists and therapists think of them, too; passivity is key. But dependency is actually more complex and can even have active, positive aspects, according to a new article.