Al-Mushtaq, Sabah2018-09-122018-09-1220182463-2945http://hdl.handle.net/10092/15999http://dx.doi.org/10.26021/760This article is an attempt to review various approaches towards co-dependency including pathologising characteristics associated with women as a social entity. A critique from feminist perspective, role of unequal distribution of power and resources is discussed alongside the power strategies of control exercised in intimate heterosexual relationships. As co-dependency has been observed to promote an identity based on powerlessness and co-dependency model increases separation from the family of origin rather than association, an empowerment approach to support the clients is discussed with implications for the future practice.enCreative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.EmpowermentPower StrategiesLow Self-EsteemLoss of SelfGender RolesFeministsDysfunctional FamilyFamily of OriginWomenCo-dependencyJournal Article