Abstract. Codependent Patterns in Men in Romantic Relationships: Gender, Attachment, and Emotional Regulation. This article analyzes the characteristics of codependent patterns in men in romantic relationships, taking into account contemporary changes in gender roles and male psychological adaptation. It examines theoretical approaches to codependency, the role of attachment style, emotional intelligence, and self-esteem. The article presents research findings linking anxious attachment and low self-esteem with codependent behavior in men. Diagnostic and psychotherapy methods are described, taking into account gender differences, the influence of the digital environment and culture, and recommendations for prevention and further research are provided.
Keywords: codependency, men, romantic relationships, attachment, emotional intelligence, self-esteem, psychocorrection, culture, digital environment, prevention.
Smarysheva Victoria – PhD in Psychology, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, East European Institute of Psychoanalysis, St. Petersburg
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Zolotov Daniil – first-year student, group PM-12, Institute of Applied Psychoanalysis and Psychology, University under the IPA EurAsEC, St. Petersburg
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