Defining codependency : a factor analytic approach

Defining Codependency 2 This study examined the construct validity of the Friel Inventory, via relationship with the ACL. A factor analysis of the ACL scores collected from 89 introductory psychology students was conducted. These factors were then correlated with the items of the Friel Inventory, which was from the same subjects. The purpose was to determine if codependence, as measured by the Friel Inventory, was a unique construct or a combination of well researched personality traits, as measured by the ACL. The findings supported the former as the correlations among the Friel Inventory items and the ACL factors yielded no relationships above that of chance; therefore, these two inventories are independent. Suggestions for future research and explanation thereof are offered so that the professional community may better assess and meet the needs of the codependent individual.