Everyone knows that an addiction to alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances is toxic. However, we often ignore the damage we can do to ourselves through codependence. Sadly, as the author explains, the harm of codependence is seldom discussed in our society. Many go so far as to label it a simple lack of judgment, or an unavoidable part of life. But, in this testimonial, the author helps guide us through the true nature of something as painful as codependence. Aaron suspects that this malady is often looked over because it is seen as a need to care for others, and even as something that only affects women.